About the Ohio Senior Olympics Hall of Fame
The purpose of the OSO Hall of Fame is to recognize the accomplishments of the many athletes competing in and promoting Senior Olympics at the local, regional, state and national level.
The OSO Hall of Fame also inducts individuals who have provided Meritorious Service to the organization in endeavors other than the athletic competition.
Each year Ohio Senior Olympics seeks nominees for induction to the OSO Hall of Fame. The new class is inducted into the OSO Hall of Fame during a ceremony typically held during the Ohio Senior Olympic State Games competition.
Dennis Cline, Bob New and Jim Arenschield (left to right)
Past Hall of Fame Inductees
In May, we proudly inducted three exceptional table tennis athletes into the 2026 Ohio Senior Olympics Hall of Fame. Dennis Cline, Bob New and Jim Arenshield, pictured left, have each demonstrated a lifelong commitment to competition, sportsmanship, and active aging while making a lasting impact on their communities and the sport of table tennis. Their inspiring journeys embody the spirit of the Ohio Senior Olympics and our motto, Forever in the Game.
Click the links below to read each inductee's full Hall of Fame story and celebrate their remarkable achievements.
Who Can Be Nominated?
The Ohio Senior Olympics Hall of Fame includes nominees in two categories:
Olympic Athlete and Meritorious Service
Individuals considered for this recognition should have achieved local, state and/or national success in their chosen event.
Individuals who are nominated in the Meritorious Service category should demonstrate commitment to the conduct of the Ohio Senior Olympics at the regional or state level.
How is Someone Nominated?
To nominate an individual for either of the awards:
Complete the appropriate nomination form (athlete or meritorious service), providing the most complete information possible;
Include all appropriate supporting documentation (newspaper articles, testimonials, photographs, athletic records, etc.);
Mail the above requested items to the address listed in the application packet.
Packets may also be submitted via e-mail to ohiosrolympics@gmail.com
Hall of Fame nominations are accepted at any time. Nominations received by March 31 of the year of induction will be considered in that year's selection process.