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: 2007
Home Town: Oshawa
More about Derek Keenan:
Oshawa native Derek Keenan began his life long passion for lacrosse back in the late 1960's in the Oshawa Minor Lacrosse Association. Derek moved on to excel as a player with the Oshawa Green Gaels, and then with the Brooklin Redmen. A three time All-American at Ithaca College, Derek turned professional, playing with the Buffalo Bandits and the Toronto Rock. During his amateur and professional careers, Derek won countless individual awards, including the O.L.A. Scoring Championship and Most Valuable Player awards in 1987 and 1988. He was the Major Indoor Lacrosse League Rookie of the year in 1992 with Buffalo. Derek helped lead his teams to numerous championship titles, including three Mann Cups, two Major Indoor Lacrosse League Championships, and one National Lacrosse League Championship. He also starred with the Canadian Men's Field Lacrosse Team at the World Championships in 1986, leading Canada to a Silver Medal. After his playing days ended, Derek began a highly successful professional coaching career in the National Lacrosse League, while still finding time to coach youth at the minor lacrosse level in the off season. Derek Keenan's accomplishments and dedication to his sport at the grass roots, amateur, and professional levels have earned him his rightful place in the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
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