The objective of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame is to recognize and honour the achievements of Oshawa individuals and teams who have attained prominence and distinction in sports as well as those who have made a major contribution to the development of sport.
Located inside the Tribute Communities Centre, the Sports Hall of Fame plaques and citations are displayed on the main level walls. The 3600 square foot Museum housing artifacts, memorabilia and photographs is also located on this level at the west end behind Section 119. The new Museum location opened officially in the spring of 2008.
Year Inducted: 1996
Home Town: Oshawa
More about Colonel William Frank Hayball:
Bill is a lifelong resident of Oshawa. From 1976 to 1988, Bill sponsored numerous sporting activities, including softball, baseball, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, bowling and curling. He continues to host the annual Bill Hayball Jr. Invitational Golf Tournament.
In 1988 Bill established The William F. Hayball Charitable Foundation to support local charities and athletic programs. Between 1988 and 1995 the Foundation has donated over $1.1 million to various groups, including the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame. For the past six years, the Oshawa Senior Citizens' Club has received funds to purchase tickets for its members to attend Oshawa sporting events.
In 1993 the Foundation made a donation to a service club for the publishing of the A History of the Oshawa Generals, with the proceeds being donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Society.
Bill's generous sponsorship includes people of all ages, from children to seniors. Oshawa and its citizens owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to Bill Hayball.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
Also open during every Oshawa Generals home game
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