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Nexstar Sports Hall of Fame inducts five new members in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 10:43 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Nexstar Sports Hall of Fame inducts five new members in 2026
Summary

The 2026 Nexstar Sports Awards showcased local talent, honoring five new inductees into the Nexstar Hall of Fame. Don King, known for his offensive line role at Texas Tech, and Lawrence Williams, the first Black quarterback for the Coyotes, were among those recognized. Other inductees included the 2011 Rider Baseball team, David Nelson, a prolific receiver from Rider High School, and Leo Baldwin, a multi-sport athlete from Wichita Falls. The awards celebrated achievements across 21 categories at the ceremony.

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  • •Nexstar Sports Awards took place on July 10, 2026.
  • •Don King earned recognition for his football career at Texas Tech.
  • •Lawrence Williams led the Coyotes to state championships in 1969 and 1970.
  • •David Nelson gained fame as a standout receiver at Rider High School.
  • •2011 Rider Baseball team won their first state championship.
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The 2026 Nexstar Sports Awards honored local athletes and coaches, including five new Hall of Fame inductees.

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