The 75th anniversary induction ceremony for the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame will be held July 24 at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee, with a pre-event reception beginning at 5 p.m. to include the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Walkway presented by Network Health. The walkway is a celebration of individuals honored in the Hall of Fame. Inductees are immortalized with a bronze plaque showcased along the walk.
Broadcasting legend Ernie Johnson and NFL and University of Wisconsin football star Joe Thomas are among the class of inductees for the 75th anniversary induction of the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame presented by Network Health.
Johnson is a well-known sports personality and a multi-sports Emmy award winner, who is the prominent host of TNT's “Inside the NBA” with Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith, and Charles Barkley for over three decades. Thomas, who was inducted into the National Football League Hall of Fame in 2023, is recognized as one of the best offensive linemen of all time, played offensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns for 11 seasons and earned Pro Bowl honors in his first 10 seasons.
“We are excited to celebrate the legendary Joe Thomas and Ernie Johnson Jr. for their impact both at work and in the community. Ernie and Joe are an inspiration to so many throughout the world, and we look forward to honoring them as part of our 75th anniversary.”
