Mercyhurst names 15 coaches, contributors to 2027 Athletics Hall of Fame class
Mercyhurst University Athletics announced a 15-member 2027 Hall of Fame class, with an induction ceremony set for Feb. 27, 2027; registration for celebrants closes Jan. 29, 2027, Mercyhurst reports.
Mercyhurst University Athletics announced on Oct. 12, 2026, that 15 individuals were selected for the 2027 Athletics Hall of Fame class. The institution-listed inductees include coaches and contributors across multiple sports — football (Ken Brasington, Joe Kimball, Marty Schaetzle), men's basketball (Karl Fogel), women's hockey (Louis Goulet), men's lacrosse (Chris Ryan) and others — and the university lists program accomplishments tied to each honoree.
Mercyhurst reports the induction will be honored at halftime of the men's basketball game at 2 p.m. and followed by an official ceremony at the Ambassador and an after-party at John Russell Brewery on Peach Street on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2027. Registration is open with a Mercyhurst deadline of Friday, Jan. 29, 2027; Mercyhurst also notes coach Mike Wehler will be recognized at the home wrestling dual on Jan. 29.
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