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Thank you
@niaforg
for honoring our Founder, George Randazzo. He was so passionate about helping others and so proud of his Italian Heritage. Thank you for celebrating his legacy with this special honor.
Thank you to all who supported our 41st Annual Induction and Awards Gala on Saturday. We were so proud to honor Rocco B. Commisso, Gina Carano, Joe Girardi, Gene Pingatore and Perry Mandera this year. Pictures of the Gala can be viewed here:
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 1989 inductee Bruno Sammartino. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
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It is heartbreaking to announce the passing of our President and Founder George Randazzo, who passed away yesterday, July 28 at the age of 77. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers
#memorabiliamonday
Did you know Dom DiMaggio, Joe's younger brother, was nicknamed "The Little Professor" for his small stature and eyeglasses? Dom relied on his glasses to see the ball. He kept them safe in this little metal box with tissue paper.
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Did you know Randy "Macho Man" Savage started out as a catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals? His WWF shoes & all-sequin 15-lb robe are on display at the Hall of Fame. We have fond memories of inducting him in 2003 & recall how he addressed everyone as "Brother”
Congratulations to "Man of the Year" Franco Harris, all honorees & scholarship recipients at NIASHF Pittsburgh Chapter's 32nd Annual Scholarship Sports Night on 4/12. In 32 years, they have assisted more than 185 deserving students achieve their dreams of a college education.
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On November 2, 1979, Yogi Berra celebrated the opening of our first museum at the ribbon cutting ceremony in Elmwood Park, IL with Rocky Marciano Jr., George Randazzo, Mrs. Vince Lombardi, Tommy Lasorda, Mayor Elmer Conti and Mary Anne Marciano.
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Every year
@ChrisVaccaro
donates a unique set of Topps cards to our gala, honoring our inductees and history of our organization. We are so thankful for his continuing support! Be sure to check out the recent article in
@FraNoi
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our longtime friend, Armand Dellovade. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
#TBT
In 1978 the NIASHF honored its first group of inductees from all sports. Pictured: Joey Giardello (accepting for Johnny Wilson), Lou Ambers, Gino Marchetti, Dave Condon (Sports Hero Award recipient), Mrs. Vince Lombardi, Joe DiMaggio, Dom DiMaggio and Charley Trippi.
#ThrowbackThursday
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The “Night with the Pros” fundraiser brought many athletes together to support scholarships for young people. HOF legend Ernie Banks greets Director Pat McKenna as Founder George Randazzo escorts Mr. Cub into the Holiday Inn O’Hare/Kennedy on May 19, 1978
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George Randazzo (center) meets with the planning committee that established the first banquet in August of 1977. Pictured left to right: Frank LaMark, Pat Saviano, Jerry Saviano, Leo Cassetari, Joe Timperio, Rich Pignataro, Dick Donatoni and Bob Pasquale
Congratulations to our dear friend and Board of Director, Enrico J. Mirabelli, who is receiving the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor Award this evening!
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We have many golden memories of Dominic and will never forget them. He has been a friend of ours since we started the Hall of Fame. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and the Italian community during this difficult time.