As part of its 50th anniversary in 2006, Alaska School Activities Association (ASAA) initiated the Alaska High School Hall of Fame to “identify and honor in a permanent manner, those individuals who have exhibited high ethical standards and integrity while achieving excellence in high school athletics and activities in the state of Alaska; as well as others who have distinguished themselves by virtue of exemplary contributions to the advancement of interscholastic athletics and activities in the state.”

This year we will celebrate the academic and athletic achievements of eleven outstanding individuals. The Class of 2009 honors some of Alaska’s finest prep athletes, coaches, officials, and a tireless contributor to high school and youth sports activities. Also, for the first time in the history of the Alaska High School Hall of Fame, two outstanding individuals who have contributed to student government and music will be honored. All of these inductees demonstrate the synergy and effectiveness of interscholastic participation, and demonstrate the life long values of sportsmanship, integrity, teamwork, self discipline, loyalty and cooperation that are instilled through ASAA activities.

We appreciate the continuing sponsorship of Alaska Airlines, one of the country’s most respected air carriers. We also thank the ASAA major sponsors, First National Bank Alaska, Spenard Builders Supply, AT&T, Alaska Commercial Company and KTUU for their many years of ongoing support.

We take great pride in inducting the members of the Class of 2009 and invite all inductees, families, friends, supporters and constituents to share in the greatness of this celebration.