PURPOSE

The Fairfax High School Athletic Hall of Fame aims to recognize and honor those individuals—athletes, coaches, administrators, and supporters—who have made significant contributions to the school’s athletic program. This recognition is for those who have excelled in their respective sports or roles and have brought honor, distinction, and excellence to Fairfax High School through their achievements and character both on and off the field or court.


ELIGIBILITY FOR MEMBERSHIP

Athletes

TIMEFRAME: Nominees must be at least five years removed from Fairfax High School, either through graduation or relocation out of the area.

CRITERIA: Candidates must have participated in a VHSL-sanctioned varsity sport and have excelled in it. Key factors considered include individual accomplishments (e.g., all-District, all-Region, all-State, all-Met), team achievements, individual or team records, and the overall impact on the school's athletic program during the candidate's era.

Coaches & Administrators

TIMEFRAME: Nominees must have been away from Fairfax High School for at least five years.

CRITERIA: Candidates must have contributed significantly to Fairfax High School athletics through coaching or administrative roles. Their accomplishments could be reflected in the success of teams or recognition from former athletes.

Special Circumstances

In some cases, the Board may make exceptions for candidates who do not meet the standard eligibility criteria.


NOMINATION PROCESS

Now accepting nominations for the Class of 2027! Please submit by July 31, 2026 for consideration for the Winter 2027 Induction Event (Date TBD). 

Nominations

Any member of the community may nominate an individual for Hall of Fame consideration.

Form

A formal nomination must be submitted via a prescribed form available via online submission here, or via downloadable pdf here.

Confidentiality

All nominations and related information are confidential and will only be shared among Board Members.

Supporting Documentation

Nominations must include verifiable documentation to support the nominee’s achievements, such as career statistics, records, and accomplishments.

Reconsideration

If a candidate is not elected, they will automatically be reconsidered in subsequent years for up to five years. After five years, re-nominations can occur at any time.

Availability of Forms

Updated nomination forms are available on the FHS Athletic website and on the Athletic Boosters Website under "Hall of Fame" 


BOARD MEMBERS

The Hall of Fame Board shall consist of the following members:

Rules & Voting

• All Board Members serve an initial two-year term. Members may be reappointed for additional two-year terms at the discretion of the DSA.

• The Board will have no fewer than 8 members and no more than 15 members at any time.

Term & Reappointment

•The Board votes on nominations, with each member having one equal vote. Voting will take place during a meeting scheduled by the Chairperson.

• The DSA may appoint new members at their discretion

• Each member will serve on a sub-committee as appointed by the DSA.


ELECTION PROCESS

All Board Members serve an initial two-year term. Members may be reappointed for additional two-year terms at the discretion of the DSA.

A quorum for the meeting shall consist of at least 8 Board members.

Prior to the meeting, Board Members will receive background information about the nominees to review.

If no nominee meets the 75% vote threshold, no inductions will occur in that year. There is no requirement to induct members annually, nor is there a limit on the number of inductees in a given year.


INDUCTION CEREMONY

TIME & PLACE

The induction ceremony will be held at a time and place determined by the Board, ideally as part of a banquet or dinner for inductees and their families, open to the public.