The National Gay and Lesbian Sports Hall of Fame was a
hall of fame established in 2013 to honor
LGBT and allied personalities, as well as organizations "whose achievements and efforts have enhanced sports and athletics for the gay and lesbian community". It was established shortly after
Jason Collins became the first openly gay NBA player. It is located on the grounds of
Center on Halsted in Chicago, Illinois.[1]
Inductees
The 2013 induction class was announced on June 18, 2013, with a formal induction ceremony scheduled for August 2.[2] Inductees were brought in, in 2013,[2] 2014,[3] and 2015.[4]