The Kenton Athletics Hall of Fame was established in 2025. The selection criteria are as follows:
Athletes
Nominees must have demonstrated good citizenship and high character for Kenton City Schools. Such athletes must have competed in a sanctioned varsity sport and must have excelled in such sport. Among the accomplishments taken into account will be individual and team accomplishments, individual school or team records held, and impact on teams and the overall athletic program at Kenton High School during their era. Athletes must have a minimum of ten years passed from their year of graduation in order to be considered.
Coaches and Administrators
Former coaches and administrators will be recognized for individual achievements, records, and service to the Kenton High School’s Athletic Department. Candidates must also have demonstrated the highest standards while serving at Kenton. The candidates must show that they taught our student-athletes to compete with honesty, integrity, and fairness, and that they demonstrated these qualities themselves while in pursuit of victories and success, during competition.
Contributors
Outstanding contributors shall be recognized for their generous and unwavering support for Kenton Athletics, and it should be shown that their contributions have in some way improved or enhanced the program. Contributors must demonstrate they have given freely of their time, talents, energy, hard work, or finances, expecting nothing in return but the appreciation of the athletes, coaches, administrators, student body, faculty, and the community.
To Nominate an individual for the Hall of Fame, please use this Form: Hall of Fame Nomination Form
Nomination forms can be mailed to Kenton High School C/O Athletic Director 751 Wildcat Way Kenton, OH 43326 or emailed to purcellbrett@kentoncityschools.org