All articles tagged with #hall of fame
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys
Darren Woodson and Jason Witten are among 15 finalists for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class, with Witten making his first appearance and Woodson a four-time finalist, both needing 80% of the vote for induction.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The New York Times
Masashi ‘Jumbo’ Ozaki, a legendary Japanese golfer with 113 tournament wins and a Hall of Famer, has died at 78 due to colon cancer. Known for his long drives and outgoing personality, he was a dominant figure in Japanese golf, winning 94 titles on the Japan Golf Tour and earning the nickname ‘Jumbo’. His career highlights include a highest world ranking of No. 5 and participation in 49 majors, with a top finish of T-6 at the 1989 U.S. Open. Ozaki was also recognized culturally, with a video game and music career, and was related to other professional golfers. He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2011.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by PGA Tour
Masashi 'Jumbo' Ozaki, Japan's most successful golf professional with 94 Japan Golf Tour wins and a Hall of Fame member, passed away at age 78. He was known for his powerful play and charisma, significantly boosting golf's popularity in Japan, and also had a brief career in music. Despite limited success internationally, he competed in over 80 PGA Tour events and was highly ranked worldwide.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) (.gov)
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and Curiosity rover have been inducted into TIME's 'Best Inventions Hall of Fame' for their groundbreaking contributions to space exploration and understanding the universe, highlighting their global impact over the past 25 years.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by NBC Sports
Bill Belichick, currently coaching at the University of North Carolina, has been named a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, reflecting his remarkable NFL coaching career with 333 wins and multiple accolades. He expressed humility and gratitude in his statement, acknowledging his teammates and the NFL community.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by NFL.com
Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft are among the five finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, with Belichick as a coach and Kraft as a contributor, both having had significant NFL careers and achievements. The induction process involves a vote where up to three finalists can be selected, and the outcome will be announced during Super Bowl LX week.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Andscape
Lenny Wilkens, a legendary NBA player and coach, and a pioneer for African American coaches, passed away at 88. Celebrated for his Hall of Fame career as a player and coach, Wilkens made significant contributions to the NBA and the coaching community, breaking barriers and inspiring many. His legacy includes numerous records, awards, and his role in advocating for coaches' rights and benefits.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by New York Post
Lenny Wilkens, a legendary NBA player and coach, has passed away at 88. He was a Hall of Famer known for his playing career with multiple All-Star selections and for coaching the Seattle SuperSonics to their only NBA title in 1979. Wilkens also coached several teams, including the Knicks, and set the record for most wins as a head coach before being surpassed. His contributions to basketball extended beyond the court, and he was recognized as one of the greatest in the sport's history.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Seattle Sports
Lenny Wilkens, a legendary figure in basketball and a Hall of Fame player and coach, has died at age 88. He was instrumental in the Seattle SuperSonics' history, coaching them to their only NBA title and being a celebrated player and coach with numerous accolades, including Olympic gold medals. Wilkens was also known for his community service in Seattle and was honored with a statue outside Climate Pledge Arena.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
Lenny Wilkens, a legendary NBA player and coach, has died at 88. He was a Hall of Famer as both a player and coach, leading the Seattle SuperSonics to an NBA title and setting records for coaching wins. Wilkens was known for his court sense, leadership, and impact on basketball, and is remembered as one of the game's most respected figures.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NFL.com
Paul Tagliabue, former NFL commissioner known for expanding the league, achieving labor peace, and guiding it through crises like 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina, has died at 84. His leadership helped shape modern NFL growth and he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, who served from 1989 to 2006 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020, has died at age 84 due to heart failure related to Parkinson's Disease. He was a significant figure in football history, succeeding Pete Rozelle and preceding Roger Goodell.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Awful Announcing
Alex Rodriguez believes that his HBO documentary will likely harm his chances of entering the Baseball Hall of Fame, as it openly discusses his past PED use and mistakes, though he sees it as a personal growth story rather than a campaign for induction. Despite his controversial career, he has become an MLB ambassador, and he considers his suspension a 'gift' that helped him improve his mental health and family life.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
Don Mattingly will not return as the Blue Jays' bench coach in 2026 and is exploring managerial opportunities with other teams, potentially including the Padres or Rockies, while also being considered for the Hall of Fame. The Blue Jays will need to find a new bench coach, and Mattingly's next move remains uncertain, with his Hall of Fame vote results upcoming.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Coach Blue-Ribbon Committee has named nine semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026, including six NFL coaches with Super Bowl titles, with a final selection to be made on Nov. 18. The finalists will be considered for enshrinement in August 2026, alongside other categories like players and contributors.