ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Harris-Stowe State University and the Department of Athletics are pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the Inaugural Harris-Stowe State University Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Banquet, scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Henry Givens Administration Building Multi-Purpose Room on the campus of Harris-Stowe State University.

Tickets are $60 per person and may be purchased online through the Harris-Stowe State University Athletics website.

The historic evening will celebrate the first class inducted into the Harris-Stowe State University Athletic Hall of Fame, recognizing individuals whose athletic achievements, leadership, service, and lasting contributions have helped shape the proud tradition of Hornet Athletics.

The 2026 Inaugural Harris-Stowe State University Athletic Hall of Fame Class includes:

· Angela Coonce — Women's Basketball

· Dennis Currier — Men's Soccer Coach

· Dr. Derrick Mitchell — Men's Basketball

· Dr. Henry Givens, Jr. — Contributor

· Lindsay Kennedy-Eversmeyer — Women's Soccer

· Misha Singleton — Women's Track & Field

· Phil Beerman — Men's Soccer

· Valerie Beeson — Contributor

"This inaugural class represents more than outstanding athletic achievement. These individuals are part of the history and foundation of Harris-Stowe State University Athletics. Their accomplishments, leadership, and service helped build the tradition that today's Hornets have inherited. Establishing the Athletic Hall of Fame gives us the opportunity to preserve that history, celebrate those who came before us, and ensure their contributions are remembered by generations of Hornets to come."

— Dr. Nathan M. Cochran, Director of Athletics

The celebration will continue during Harris-Stowe State University Homecoming on Saturday, October 24, 2026, when the inaugural inductees will receive a special on-court recognition at half-time of the Harris-Stowe men's basketball game.

The inaugural ceremony marks the beginning of a new tradition at Harris-Stowe State University—one that connects generations of Hornets while preserving and celebrating the people, achievements, and stories that have contributed to the University's athletic legacy.

Tickets are on sale now for $60 per person. Visit the Harris-Stowe State University Athletics website to purchase tickets and be part of this historic celebration of Hornet Athletics (https://fan.hudl.com/tickets/VGlja2V0ZWRFdmVudDZhYTQwNWVjOTg3NjQ0NmVkNDBkNjU0NA==).

About Harris-Stowe State University Athletics

Harris-Stowe State University Athletics is committed to developing student-athletes through academic achievement, competitive excellence, leadership, character, and service while proudly representing the University and the St. Louis community.