Alumni

Athletic Hall of Fame

Mission Statement

The Edmund Burke School Athletic Hall of Fame honors athletes, coaches, and teams whose lasting contributions have shaped our community. These individuals not only excelled in their sports, but also embodied the values at the heart of Burke’s mission—bringing together people who are different from one another, rising to high expectations, taking power and responsibility, and growing into skilled and independent thinkers. Through their dedication, teamwork, and resilience, they stepped forward to make positive contributions to their teams, their school, and the world in which they live.
 
The Hall of Fame connects our past and present by highlighting the role athletics plays in building a culture of teamwork, hard work, commitment, and respect. It reminds us that true success isn't just measured in wins, but in the strength of character, collaboration, and the positive difference we make through sport and in life.

To be considered for induction, nominations are due by May 1, 2026.
 
Please use this form to nominate an individual athlete, team or coach for the Burke Athletic Hall of Fame. To submit more than one nomination, please complete the form for each nominee.

List of 6 items.

  • Celebrate Athletic Excellence with Purpose

    To recognize and honor alumni, coaches, teams, and community members whose achievements in athletics reflect not only skill and success but also character, leadership, and dedication to the values of Burke.

  • Preserve and Share Athletic History

    To document, display, and elevate the stories of individuals and teams who have helped shape the school’s athletic legacy in meaningful ways.

  • Strengthen Alumni Connections

    To create new opportunities for alumni to stay engaged with the Burke community through shared pride in athletic traditions and accomplishments.

  • Inspire Current and Future Students

    To highlight stories of perseverance, teamwork, and integrity that show how athletics can shape confident, thoughtful individuals—serving as role models for those who follow.

  • Foster Community Pride

    To celebrate the role of athletics in building school spirit, relationships, and personal growth within a supportive and enriching environment.

  • Affirm the Value of Sport Beyond Winning

    To honor those who embraced Burke’s approach to athletics: striving for excellence while using sports as a platform for learning, connection, and personal development.

Nomination Criteria

We recognize that not all of the criteria listed below will apply to every nominee. However, individuals and teams who have made a meaningful contribution to Burke Athletics may still be considered for induction into the Edmund Burke Athletics Hall of Fame at the discretion of the committee. 
  • Nominations for the EBS Athletic Hall of Fame may be submitted by committee members or anyone from the wider Burke community.
  • Once nominated, all nominees will be active for consideration for future Hall of Fame selections.
  • Inductees will generally be celebrated in years in which they are celebrating a Reunion. This year, we intend to celebrate reunion classes that end in 1 and 6, and teams from school years ending in 1 and 6. We welcome nominations across all years and will hold nominations for future review.  

List of 3 items.

  • Athlete

    To be eligible for consideration by the committee, the individual athlete must be a Burke alum who:
    • Graduation date must be 10+ years ago. (Early nominations are welcomed for athletes who do not yet meet the 10-year-out criteria, and we will hold their nomination until they are eligible to be considered.)
    • Must have demonstrated excellent athletic achievement, defined, but not limited to earning All-Conference honors while at Burke.
    • We will consider alumni who achieved regional or national prominence in an athletic event not offered at Burke. 
    • We will consider alumni athletes with outstanding performance in post-Burke or professional athletics, or in sports-related athletics professions. . 
    • May be considered for induction posthumously 

  • Coach

    To be eligible for consideration by the committee, the individual must be a Burke coach who provided distinguished service as a Burke coach, in support of the Burke athletic program, athletes, and community; and is no longer actively coaching at the time of nomination or induction. Coaches may be considered for induction posthumously.

  • Team

    To be eligible for consideration by the committee, the group must be a varsity team that distinguished itself by winning a conference championship or its equivalent at the time, and consist of a majority of players who graduated a minimum of 10 years ago.
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