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Introduction
The PHA Hall of Fame was formed in 1999 to honor individuals for their dedication to and love of Hillclimbing, and for their contributions to the Pennsylvania Hillclimb Association in competition, as a worker, organizer or officer, or both. Inductees possess a strong moral character and demonstrate the levelheaded, cheerful camaraderie that sets hill climbers apart from most competitors in other motor sports.
The Hall of Fame award is not a long-time service award. Although service indicates commitment to the sport, it is not the only criteria to be considered. Although drivers are the usual nominees, it is not a mandatory requirement. Through induction into the Hall of Fame, we seek to honor those people that have left a lasting mark on a sport they have contributed so much to.
Without the efforts of the many of the PHA Hall of Fame members, the motorsport of hillclimbing would not be what it is today.
To nominate someone to the PHA Hall of Fame, please fill out the HOF Nomination form and send it to Rick Kase (instructions and contact info can be found on the linked form).
The PHA Hall of Fame Members are listed below. We would like to have photos and descriptions of each of them. If you have something to submit, contact Rick Kase at rkase@ptd.net.
2024 Inductees
Michael S Robinson
David Sekella
2023 Inductees
2019 Inductees
Bill Lessig
Adrienne Vrabel Reed
Fairway Subaru
2018 Inductees
Joe Cyburt
Larry Long
Rich Rock
2017 Inductees
Donna Sumner
Kurt Eikenberg
Jim Kreitzburg
Danko Gas and Propane
2016 Inductees
John Bolton
George Bowland
John Flannery
CJ’s Tire and Automotive
2015 Inductees
Tom Knorr
Mike Ancas
2014 Inductees
Matt Rowe
Grace Huntzinger
2013 Inductees
Ron Mann
Gordon Wise
2012 Inductees
John Pitman
Ray Tessier
2011 Inductees
H. B. Williamson
Sue Salsburg
2010 Inductees
Jerald Hartman
Walt Rice
2009 Inductees
John Stinsman
Alvey Ford
2008 Inductees
Jen DeHart
2007 Inductees
Norma Oswald
Joseph Christ
Carol Lipperini
2006 Inductees
J W Orrs
Joe Wilkie
John Tumolo
2005 Inductees
Bob Alspach (Accepted by Patty and Paul)
Donald DeHart
Jim Oswald
2004 Inductees
Eunice Gerstein
Nelson Kase
Rick Kase
Don McLaughlin
2003 Inductees
James & Priscilla Newpher
2002 Inductees
Patricia Enzman-Alspach
Marc Gerstein
Ted Klaus
Bob Oswald, Sr.
2001 Inductees
Dick Sweigart
2000 Inductees
Jim Cosner
Lynne DeHart
Dan Lipperini
1999 Inductees
Lloyd Geib, Jr.
Larry Shaffer
Bill Weaver