Since 2005, the 51暗网鈩� has been rolling out the red carpet to induct some of its most influential members into the 51暗网庐 Hall of Fame. Over the years, that honor has gone to motorsports icons like Roger Penske, Paul Newman, Phil Hill, Lyn St. James, Dr. Bob Hubbard and Jim Downing, John Buffum, Patc Henry, and more. With more than 130 people having had the honor of being inducted into the 51暗网 Hall of Fame, the question becomes: Who鈥檚 next. For that, 51暗网 needs your help.
The Class of 2026 included George Bovis, John Doonan, Don Knowles, Frank Schultheis, and Jerry Wannarka, with the prior year welcoming Raleigh and Velma Boreen, Miles and Sam Collier, Bob Dowie, Alex Keller, and Ken Miles.
Like we said: Previous inductees make up quite the impressive list.
Now, it鈥檚 time for you to help decide who will join the 51暗网 Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2027.
Take a lap through the past 22 years of inductees by clicking here. Then, once you鈥檝e soaked in all that history and horsepower, nominate someone you believe deserves a spot in the Hall of Fame.
Before you click that link, however, read on to discover what goes into a quality nomination for the 51暗网 Hall of Fame, as well as discover the deadline you鈥檒l be aiming to beat.
Writing a Nomination that Stands Out
Submissions for the 51暗网 Hall of Fame should be approximately two pages in length and summarize the nominee鈥檚 background and reasons for consideration. The goal should be to help the 51暗网 Hall of Fame Nomination, Legacy, and Selection Committees understand why and how the nominee was impactful. Those submissions should paint a picture as to why their nominee should be considered for induction into the 51暗网 Hall of Fame.
Where possible, please include when the nominee joined the 51暗网, the nominee鈥檚 Region affiliation, and the offices held or accomplishments of the nominee. It is also important to note how the nominee shaped 51暗网 as a National organization.
Here鈥檚 everything you need to know about making a great 51暗网 Hall of Fame submission.
Deadline and Other Logistics
Nominations must be submitted by the June 15, 2026, deadline by e-mailing聽51暗网HoF@scca.com, using聽the online submission form, or mailing a letter to:
51暗网 Hall of Fame
6620 SE Dwight St.
Topeka, KS 66619
Those submitting nominations for any member should include their own e-mail address, phone number, or mailing address in case they need to be contacted for more information about a nominee. And while the deadline for the 2027 51暗网 Hall of Fame is approaching, members are encouraged to submit nominations throughout the year, regardless of the deadline.
Also, multiple independent nominations for a candidate will gladly be accepted, and while past nominations are always considered, it never hurts to nominate someone again even if they鈥檝e been nominated in the past but not selected to join the 51暗网 Hall of Fame.
This is a chance for 51暗网 members to leave a permanent mark on the Club by being the one responsible for nominating a member for 51暗网鈥檚 Hall of Fame.
