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: 2013
Home Town: Oshawa
More about Barb Loreno:
Oshawa born Barb Loreno is considered to be the city\'s \"First Lady\" of swimming.Barb first served notice of her prowess in water competing at the Canadian National Exhibition in 1949, finishing fifth in the World Five Mile Marathon Swim.From there she continued to put Oshawa on the swimming map when she attempted Lake Ontario crossings in 1975 and 1976, trying to become the first grandmother to complete the marathon. In 1975 she came within four miles of completing the swim before being pushed back by strong winds, as documented by the Ontario Association of Solo Swims. She succumbed to a similar fate in 1976.Undeterred, Barb kept making waves, winning hundreds of medals competing in Masters Games from 1978 to 1992, winning hundreds of medals and ribbons in age group swimming. Another highlight came in 1985 when she won two silver medals and three bronze at the First World Masters Game.In addition to her competitive swimming, Barb aided Jim Kinlin with the annual \"Jim\'s Swim\", which raised more than $220,000 for leukemia research from 1977 to 1992. She was a tireless volunteer and community worker who also raised the awareness for the need for an indoor recreational pool in the south end of the City.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
Also open during every Oshawa Generals home game
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