Central Illinois has always been a leader in fastpitch softball activities. Casey in particular has been active in promotion and recognition of the game. A softball program has been in continuous operation since the early 1930’s. In 1982 a Fast Pitch Hall of Honor committee was selected with the approval of the Illinois Amateur Softball Association. The purpose is to select people who have made outstanding contributions as a player, umpire, sponsor, commissioner, announcer, sports writer, sportscaster, manager or other official designation. Currently 150 men and women have been selected for entry into The Casey Softball Hall of Honor.
2026 Inductees:
- Bill King
- Laney Gowin
- Harley Mason
- Claire Maulding
- Eva Richardson
2025 Inductees:
2024 Inductees:
2023 Inductees:
2022 Inductees:
2021 Inductees:
- Lincoln Bailey
- Jim Barr
- Jim Bolin
- Marshall “Fuzz” Freeman
- Neeley Hupp Hawkins
- Willie Noffke
- Karen Redfern
- Gene Throneburg
2020 Inductees:
2019 Inductees:
- Cherise (Boyd) Hiss, Player
- Kim (Mitchell) Brasier, Player/Coach
- Darald Osborne, Umpire
- Gene Southard, Manager/Coach
- Roger Mitchell, Meritorious Service
- Lora Jones, Player/Coach
- Katie Stinson, Player
- Bri Athey, Player/Coach
2018 Inductees:
- Trisha (Hupp) Gilbert, Player
- Deb (Montgomery) Hawkins, Player
- Mark Bradfield, Player
- J.D. Spangler, Player
- Melissa (Hickox) Daily, Player
- Paul & Lois Yealick Family, Meritorious Service
2017 Inductees:
- Kara (Repp) Smith, Player
- Denny Redman, Meritorious Service
- Michael (Bo) Bohannon, Meritorious Service
- Stephanie (Stephen) Scott, Player
- Mackenzie Connelly, Player
- Len Cummins, Meritorious Service
- Rob Robison, Player
2016 Inductees:
- Mike Bohanon, Meritorious Service
- Christi Burris Dodd, Player
- Megan Murphy, Player
- Jim Knierim, Meritorious Service
- Toni Smith Mullen, Player
- Bob Stifal, Player
2015 Inductees:
- Lee Ann Butcher Gilbert
- Larry Budd
- Deb Sloat
- Mike Patrick
- Jenny Wimbley
- Terri Cox
Criteria for Casey Softball Hall of Honor Induction:
Players:
- Years of playing at a high level of competition
- Statistics of notable level
- Coaching and managing at a high level
- Individual awards i.e. All-state, All-tournament, All-conference, MVP, etc.
Umpires:
- Years of service
- State, regional, and national appearances
- Origins from the Casey area
- Individual honors or state offices held
Sponsors and supporters:
- Years of sustained support
- Contribution level in monetary and contributed skills
- Offices held in various support groups i.e. girls league, youth league, softball association, ASA, etc.
Media:
- Sports writing and reporting to popularize softball
- Continuous years of positive support
- Sustained interest and love of game
Note: Any variance from the above stated criteria will be considered by the board of directors for the Casey Softball Museum.
