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Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame announces 2026 inductees

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:42 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame announces 2026 inductees
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The Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2026, featuring Tyson Gay, Lisa Mattingly, Rajon Rondo, and Brandon Webb. Gay is renowned for holding the American record in the 100-meter dash and winning three Olympic gold medals. Mattingly built a noteworthy career as a women's basketball referee, officiating numerous high-profile games. Rondo had a successful NBA tenure, winning championships with the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers. Webb, a former pitcher, secured the 2006 National League Cy Young Award during his career with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The enshrinement ceremony will take place at historic Freedom Hall.

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  • •Tyson Gay holds the American 100m record of 9.69 seconds.
  • •Lisa Mattingly officiated 18 NCAA Women's Final Fours.
  • •Rajon Rondo won NBA championships in 2008 and 2020.
  • •Brandon Webb won the 2006 NL Cy Young Award.
  • •Induction ceremony scheduled at Freedom Hall.
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  • 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame announces 4-member Class of 2026
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