The Jerry Wolman Northern Anthracite Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame celebrated its 54th Annual Induction Banquet on Saturday evening, honoring a new class of Schuylkill County athletic legends.
The event was held at Groody’s Catering in Ashland, where athletes, families, and supporters gathered to recognize the accomplishments of this year’s inductees.
The 2025 class features a diverse group of standout athletes representing several Schuylkill County schools, whose contributions to sports span decades and disciplines.
Pictured above, the 2025 Induction Class includes:
Front row (left to right):
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Rachael Hughes Darrah, North Schuylkill, Class of 2007
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Kelly Joyce Kerr, Cardinal Brennan, Class of 2004
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Christine DiCasimirro Evancho, Mahanoy Area, Class of 1978
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Hallie Roulin Corby, North Schuylkill, Class of 1997
Back row (left to right):
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Anthony Vislusky, Shenandoah Valley, Class of 1997
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Steve Trautwein, Mahanoy Area, Class of 1980
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Jackie Kowker O’Prey, Mahanoy Area, Class of 1988
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Michael V. Kowalick, Cardinal Brennan, Class of 1973
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Garrett Kelly, North Schuylkill, Class of 2009
In addition to the living honorees, the chapter also recognized Gerry Williams, a standout from Shenandoah Valley, who was honored posthumously for his lasting impact on the local sports community.