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: 1998
Home Town: Oshawa
More about Alan K. Essery:
Alan, born and educated in Oshawa, attended Centre Street Public School and O.C.V.I. He began his competitive cycling career in 1948. In 1949 he moved from a class 'B' to a class 'A' rating. In June 1951 Alan won the Canadian 1/4-mile, for which he was the recipient of the 'William Spencer' trophy, and he also won the 1/3-mile Canadian championship. In September of that year he captured the 1-mile and 5-mile Ontario championships, was second in the 1/4-mile event and third in the 1/2-mile. For his accomplishments Alan was awarded the All-round Ontario championship. During his career in Canada he competed in Oshawa, Toronto, Montreal, Delhi, Brantford and Vancouver. In the United States he competed in Buffalo, Hamburg, Tonawanda and Detroit. Although Alan's competitive career came to a close in 1960, he is still active today as a member of the Oshawa Cycling Club.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
Also open during every Oshawa Generals home game
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