Battleford Arena is proud to announce the new Wall of Fame, dedicated to celebrating the rich sporting history and remarkable achievements within our community, specifically in the sports of ice hockey and figure skating. This initiative aims to permanently recognize the individuals and teams who have brought honour and distinction to Battleford through their athletic skill and unwavering dedication.The Battleford Wall of Fame will honour excellence by publicly acknowledging and celebrating the outstanding athletic achievements of individuals and teams in ice hockey and figure skating. It will recognize not only athletes and teams but also commend the tireless efforts of coaches, officials, administrators, volunteers, sponsors, and media personnel who have significantly contributed to the development and success of these sports in the Battlefords. Create a lasting legacy that showcases the talent, dedication, and community spirit that has shaped our local sports landscape and inspire future generations.
Who Can Be Nominated?
1. Athlete:- Must have participated in ice hockey or figure skating and attained a level of excellence or landmark result that brought special honour and recognition to the Town of Battleford.
- Achievements should be considered exceptional and sustained within the contest of their sport and community.
- Must have retired from active participation in the sport(s) for a period of not less than three years (with exceptions for automatic selections).
- Must have a clear connection to the Battleford Community.
- Must have represented ice hockey or figure skating with distinction and achieved excellence at a level higher than typically achieved (e.g., national or international competition, or another significant accomplishment).
- A "team" is defined as any group of two or more athletes engaged in the same sport who work together as a unit.
- Team nomination should include all athletes, coaches, trainers, managers, and other relevant support personnel.
- Must have a clear connection the Battleford Community.
3. Builder of Sport:
- Includes officials, individual sponsors, executives, trainers, coaches, administrators, volunteers, and media, etc., whose work for sport over an extended period of time has been significant.
- Must have made a significant contribution to Battlefords Community sport(s) in ice hockey or figure skating, whether in organization, coaching success, or consistently high-level services.
- Must have served the Battlefords Community for a significant amount of time (not necessarily consecutively).
- No retirement waiting period is required for Builders.
- Must have a clear connection to the Battleford Community.
Process of Application
To nominate an individual or team for the Battleford Arena Wall of Fame, please follow these steps:
- Obtain a Nomination Form: The Battleford Wall of Fame Form PDF can be printed from the website or picked up in person at the Alex Dillabough Centre or it may be submitted online - see below.
- Complete the Form
- Provide a Narrative: On a separate piece of paper, provide a complete narrative detailing the activities and achievements of the nominee (person or team) and explain why you believe they should be selected. This narrative should clearly outline their connection to the Battleford Community.
- Include Supporting Documentation: All necessary proof to substantiate your information should accompany the application. This can include newspaper clippings, statistical records, awards, photographs, testimonials, etc.
- Submit a Photograph: All nominations are required to submit a photograph of the nominee (physical photographs may not be returned).
- Submission Methods: Completed nomination forms and all supporting documents can be submitted via:
- Online: See form below.
- Electronically: Email to parks@battleford.ca
- In Person: Alex Dillabough Centre (432 27th Street West, sough side of building)
- By Mail: Parks and Recreation Dept. Box 1240 Battleford, SK, S0M 0E0
7. Nominations must be received by June 1st of each year (*2025 is the exception of July 11th).
Contact Information:
Parks and Recreation Department
Phone: 306-937-6216
Email: parks@battleford.ca
