POUGHKEEPSIE, New York – The Marist University Athletics Department announced the formation of its new Hall of Fame to celebrate decades of athletic excellence and accomplishments by Marist student-athletes, teams, coaches, and supporters.
 
Marist is proud of its longstanding excellence in athletics. The Red Foxes are the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference's all-time leader in conference championships and Commissioner's Cups. Student-athletes have excelled in the classroom, reached the highest levels of their sports, and they have continued to bring pride and distinction to Marist long after their time on campus. The first induction class is scheduled for the Fall of 2026, and will be honored as part of the University's Homecoming & Reunion Weekend festivities.
 
"The establishment of our Hall of Fame is the perfect way to showcase the long, celebrated history of outstanding athletics programs that have brought great distinction to Marist," Director of Athletics Tim Murray said. "We are fortunate to have an extensive number of impressive individuals and teams that have made Red Fox nation proud during their time at Marist and beyond, and I'm excited to have this new way to honor the tradition of excellence they helped establish."
 
Public Nominations Now Open
Marist is seeking public nominations for its inaugural Hall of Fame class. A form is now available on GoRedFoxes.com at this link and will be open until Saturday, Nov. 22.
 

• Student-athlete: Must be at least five years removed from matriculation at Marist.
• Coach: Must be at least two years removed from coaching at Marist.
• Team: Must be at least five years removed from the completion of the academic year in which the special achievement took place.
• Contributor: Includes, but is not limited to, alumni, friends, benefactors, or administrators.

 
A nominating committee will consider the list of nominated individuals and produce a list of finalists for consideration by a selection committee. The nominating committee consists of:
 

• Elizabeth Donohue, Senior Associate Athletics Director/Senior Woman Administrator (chair)
• Harrison Baker, Associate Athletics Director/Director of External Affairs & Chief Diversity Officer for Athletics
• Michael T. Flynn, Secretary, Red Fox Club
• Matt Viggiano, Head Men's Soccer Coach
• Mike Ferraro, Assistant AD/Sports Information (secretary)

 
The selection committee will consist of prominent Marist alumni in the sports industry. More information on the selection committee will be released at a later date.