2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

By Hall of Fame Chairman Jack Stenberg

It is a pleasure to announce the selection of three of our members to the NYSHPA Hall Of Fame. 

PROMOTER CATEGORY – Bill Hornbuckle of Freeville pitches in Groton with the Tri-County Horseshoe Club. He is being recognized and honored as a long-time Promoter of our sport. 

PITCHER CATEGORY – Sue Laughlin of Montour Falls by way of Elmira, NY. She enters the Hall of Fame as an excellent Pitcher with an impressive history. She is the owner of Four New York State Championships. 

PROMOTER CATEGORY – Gary Dawley of Clifton Springs pitches at Dawley’s Barn and the Waterloo Ringers pits. Elected to the Hall Of Fame as a Promoter of the game. Gary is primarily responsible for the construction of the Dawley’s Barn facility in Clifton Springs. 

Hall of Fame inductions are held at the NYSHPA State Meeting which is part of the NY State Singles Championships held labor day weekend.