The Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame Awards

Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame
Presented by Baptist Health
Announces 2026 Induction Class

Palm Beach County, FL — The Palm Beach County Sports Commission is proud to unveil the seven incoming members who will join the Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame presented by Baptist Health. The induction ceremony will be held March 15, 2026 at the Palm Beach Kennel Club in West Palm Beach.

The 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees are:
• Toby Harbeck, Golf
• Larry Hoskin, Baseball
• George Linley, Sports Business
• Curtis Maggitt, Football
• Murray Smith, Basketball
• Darren Studstill, Football
• Jordan Travis, Football

“The Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame proudly welcomes its 49th class, an incredible group of outstanding individuals, including athletes, coaches, and contributors,” said Steve Rockoff, Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame Committee Chair. “Their lifetime of commitment to excel in their chosen paths has profoundly shaped sports in The Palm Beaches.”

The event, a longstanding tradition since 1977, was started by sportswriter Chuck Otterson to honor the achievements of local athletes. The Palm Beach County Sports Commission has been involved with the event since 2004, evolving it into the successful program it is today.

“We at Baptist Health are incredibly honored to serve as the presenting sponsor for the Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame 2026 Induction,” said Reggie Laroche, Baptist Health Orthopedic Care Assistant Vice President. “We look forward to continuing our support for sports and health initiatives that enrich the lives of so many.”

Nominations for induction into the Hall of Fame are made by the general public and Hall of Fame Committee members. To be considered, candidates must have been born, attended school, or achieved their major sports accomplishment in Palm Beach County. The Hall of Fame Committee, consisting of committee members and past inductees, diligently reviews nominations to select deserving individuals annually.

Tickets for the Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame presented by Baptist Health are on sale now.

About the Palm Beach County Sports Commission
The Palm Beach County Sports Commission is a private, not-for-profit organization contracted by Palm Beach County to promote and market the County as a sports and sports tourism destination. The Commission brings sporting events and activities to the County, enhances economic impact, stimulates bed tax revenues (primarily in the off-season), and maximizes utilization of County facilities. The Commission offers a full range of event service support, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and a local membership program that supports its goals. Local, regional, national, and international marketing efforts are ongoing by the Commission with sports organizations and event owners. The Commission also produces sports-related programs for the residents of Palm Beach County including the annual Lou Groza Award program, the Palm Beach County Sports Hall of Fame, and the Kids Fitness Festival of the Palm Beaches. For more information on the Palm Beach County Sports Commission, go to www.palmbeachsports.com.

About Baptist Health
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 28,000 employees, 4,500 physicians and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities and physician practices spanning Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned institutes specializing in cancer care, brain and spine care, heart and vascular care and orthopedic care. In addition, it includes Baptist Health Medical Group; Baptist Health Quality Network; and the Baptist Health PineApp, a virtual health platform. Baptist Health South Florida is an academic and clinical affiliate of Florida International University. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and is the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida by U.S. News & World Report. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/Newsroom and connect with us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.