WASHBURN, Maine — In a momentous event that honored sporting excellence and camaraderie, the Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame conducted its inaugural banquet and induction ceremony on August 17. The evening, graced by 13 distinguished individuals and the pioneering state championship basketball team, resonated with celebration and nostalgic reflections among long-time companions. The event served as a platform to commemorate the remarkable achievements of the honorees, embodying the spirit of Washburn’s rich athletic heritage.
Members of the inaugural Class of 2024 are Trent Cunningham, Jason Thompson, Kim (Richardson) Worcester, Mckenzie (Worcester) Turner, Greg Sponberg, Joan Overman, Don (Oldmixion) Dandaneau, Carmen Bragg, Meredith (Hews) Messer, Mitchell Worcester and Carsyn (Koch) Johnson. Recognized for his outstanding years of coaching Ron Ericson and posthumously for his years at WDHS and his contributions to athletics, Camille “Doc” Albert.
The inaugural banquet and induction ceremony of the Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame will be remembered not just as an event of honoring achievements, but as a night that united past and present in celebrating the enduring legacy of Washburn’s athletic spirit. It is the committee’s goal that through honoring the remarkable contributions of the past will continue to inspire generations to come, embodying the true essence of athletic excellence and fostering a sense of pride in the community’s sporting history.
