Our Story
The Ed Romance Lower Anthracite Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame accepts nominations and inducts new members each year. All sports enthusiasts are welcome to attend our annual induction ceremony, where we celebrate the achievements of outstanding local athletes, coaches, and contributors to the world of sports.
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On January 22, 1978, a meeting was held at the Mount Carmel Elks Club for the purpose of establinshing a local chapter of the Pennsylvania State Sports Hall of Fame. That meeting was organized Ed Romanceand attended by notable men, including Gerald Breslin, Joe Cheddar, Joe "Jazz" Diminick, Dan Ficca, Nick Ficca, Jose Gonzalo, Gary Howanec, Andy Lesanski, Joe Lech, Ed Troutman, Rev Woodrow Jones, Ralph Victoriano and John O'Brien. The resultwas the formation of the Lower Anthracite Chapter, which received its charter in May 1978. During its first year, it became the third largest chapter in PA.
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In 1985 the group branched off to form the Bernie Romanoski Chapter, covering the Shamokin area and the Ed Romance Chapter taking in the Mount Carmel Area.
Honoring legends is at the core of everything we do. The Ed Romance Chapter of the PA Sports Hall of Fame celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of athletes in Pennsylvania. Our mission is to pay tribute to the rich sports history of the state and inspire future generations to greatness.
