The University of Hawai`i at Hilo Vulcan Athletic Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for its October 21, 2017 induction. The induction will be held on the UH Hilo campus at 4 p.m., prior to the 7 p.m. home volleyball match vs. Chaminade.
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Categories for prospective honorees are Athlete, Coach, Administrator and Community Member (volunteer service).
Athlete nominees must have completed their eligibility at UH Hilo and completed their playing days at the end of the spring 2012 season. Exceptions may be made for inability to complete due to physical/medical reasons. Graduation from UH Hilo is not a requirement, but graduates will receive preference from the selection committee.
Coach, Administrator or Community nominees must have made significant contributions that enhanced the image of Vulcan Athletics. A Coach or Administrator must not have served the UH Hilo Athletic Department in a paid capacity within the past five years. There is no waiting period for Community nominees.
The nomination deadline is
July 5 for Fall 2017 induction. Here is a look at the previous 19 classes that have been inducted into the University of Hawai`i Hilo Vulcan Athletic Hall of Fame.
2015 Flavio Nucci, Tennis, 1996-98
Dennis O'Brien, Basketball, 1971-74
Edna Togiai, Volleyball, 1986-90
Dr. Edward Gutteling, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2014 Leo Sing Chow, Softball, 2003-07
Arthur Santos, Tennis, 1975-79
Bill Trumbo, Athletic Director, 1990-2000
2013 Sweetie Osorio, Volleyball, 1977-80
Tyler Yates, Baseball, 1996-97
Bob Lamson, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2012 Randy Kunimoto, Tennis, 1994-97
Scott Prather, Basketball, 1998-02
Barry Taniguchi, President/CEO KTA Super Stores
2011 James Bradley, 1977-79
Nick Mason, Golf, 2001-05
Dr. John Uohara, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2010 Mark Lovelace, Basketball, 1976-78
Melanie Hipwell, Softball, 1997-2000
Sharon Peterson, Volleyball, 1976-2002
2006-09 No Inductees
2005 Kristy Odamura, Softball, 1993-97
Maggie Carmichael, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2004 Glennie Adams, Volleyball, 1978-80, '82
Cindy Whitworth, Volleyball, 1980-83
Nelson Wong, Basketball, 1987-91
Hugh Clark, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2003 Laurie Kemp, Volleyball, 1989-92
Patrick Fitzgerald, Basketball, 1978-80
Thomas Goya, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2002 Ia Saipaia, Basketball, 1979-81
1981 NAIA/AIAW Volleyball Championship Team
Edwin H. Mookini, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2001 Melveena Starkey, Softball, 1991-94
Tanya Fuamatu, Volleyball, 1992-95
Lance Suyama, Baseball, 1985-87, 1989
Wayne T. Miyao, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
2000 Rynee Rodrigues, Softball, 1990-93
Guy Oshiro, Baseball, 1979-83
Trevor Wright, Basketball, 1988-90
Ray Fornof, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1999 Gene Arceneaux, Basketball, 1984-86
Charlene Kahuanui, Volleyball, 1978-81
Tracie Lagrimas, Softball, 1991-92
Wallace Chong, Jr., Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1998 Jim DeGroot, Basketball, 1986-87
Peka Malae, Volleyball, 1981-84
Lyndell Lindsey, Volleyball, 1978-79
Walter Southward, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1997 Gilbert O. Hicks, Basketball, 1975-77
Frank Gipson, Basketball, 1971-75
Hae Ja Kim, Volleyball, 1988-91
George and Marion Hall, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1996 Christina Alnas, Softball, 1987-89
Neville Brandt, Basketball, 1978-80
Nalani Spencer, Volleyball, 1981-84
Harvey Tajiri, Founder of Vulcan Booster Club, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1995 Florence Alo, Volleyball, 1985-88
Karl Honma, Cross Country, 1981-86
Bill O'Rear, Basketball, 1976-78
James M. Morita, CEO City Bank, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1994 Carla Capenter, Volleyball, 1978-81
Deron Doi, Golf, 1983, 1985-87
Todd Zirbel, Basketball, 1978-80
Ramon Goya, Athletic Director, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
1993 Jay Bartholomew, Basketball, 1976-78
Edie Manzano, Volleyball, 1978-79, 1980-82
Alofa Tagataese, Volleyball, 1980-83
Jimmy Yagi, Basketball Coach, Distinguished Vulcan Supporter
