Six new laureates will join the McGill Sports Hall of Fame in 2026, including a Rhodes Scholar and the 1973 football championship team. The inductees are 脡lo茂se Vandal (soccer), Dr. Sarah McCuaig (cross-country/track), Mario De Benedictis (hockey), Lynn Bookalam (sports therapist), Earl Zukerman (communications), and the 1973 McGill football squad. The induction ceremony is set for October 23, 2026, during Homecoming Week at the Bell Centre. This year's class expands the Hall to 192 members, which includes 31 Olympians. Ticket details for the event will be announced in September.

By the Numbers
  • Six new members inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2026.
  • 192 total members in the McGill Sports Hall of Fame after this year's induction.
  • The 1973 football team posted an 8-2 overall record and was undefeated in the Quebec Universities Athletic Association.
State of Play
  • Induction ceremony to occur on October 23, 2026.
  • McGill Athletics will provide updates about tickets early in September 2026.
  • Profiles of new inductees will be published weekly for six weeks on the McGill Athletics website.
What's Next

The McGill Sports Hall of Fame aims to continue honoring distinguished athletes and contributors in future ceremonies. Nominations for the next class can be submitted until April 1, 2027. Keep an eye on announcements regarding potential new inductees and updates from previous members.

Bottom Line

The recognition of these six new inductees underscores the significant contributions of McGill athletes and supporters to sports history, inspiring current and future generations while celebrating the legacy of excellence in athletics.