Ohio Sports Hall of Fame inducts 2026 class with Cincinnati sports figures

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Ohio Sports Hall of Fame inducts 2026 class with Cincinnati sports figures
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The Ohio Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2026 induction class featuring numerous athletes, coaches, and administrators with Greater Cincinnati connections. The list includes notable baseball figures such as Sandy Koufax, Buddy Bell, and David Bell, along with various contributors from collegiate and high school sports in the region. This is the second annual class selected for the Hall of Fame, which was established in 2024 to recognize legends within the state. A formal induction banquet is scheduled for October 27 at the Dayton Convention Center. The event begins with a dinner and group photo at 5 p.m., followed by the ceremony from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the ceremony are currently available for purchase through the organization's official website.

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  • The 2026 induction banquet takes place October 27 at the Dayton Convention Center.
  • Inductees include former Reds players Sandy Koufax, Buddy Bell, and David Bell.
  • The ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. following a 5 p.m. dinner and photo session.
  • The Hall of Fame, established in 2024, includes athletes from baseball, basketball, and football.
  • Tickets for the event are available on the Ohio Sports Hall of Fame website.
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These Greater Cincinnati connections were selected to the Ohio Sports Hall of Fame class of 2026.

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