Bethel University
Athletic Hall-of-Fame Induction is October 31
From the Oct 7, 2025 e-EditionMcKENZIE — Bethel University will honor three former athletic greats and a contributor with inductions into the prestigious Bethel Athletic Hall-of-Fame Friday October 31. Bethel will also present the Bethel University’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall-of-Fame Inductions will be held in the board room of the Vera Low Center for Student Enrichment, Crisp Wing. The awards dinner will begin at 6 p.m. with reservations required.
It will mark the 45th class to be honored. Six teams and 119 individuals will have been enshrined since 1980.
Here is a look at the 2025 Athletic Hall-of Fame Class:
Brent Buchanan — Men’s Basketball (1991)
Caleb Hardy — Men’s Basketball (2015)
Taylor Foster — Women’s Basketball (2015)
Dr. Roger Johnson — Contributor (Augustana College -61)
Watch for a complete 2025 HOF press release coming soon. Order tickets at: https://www.bethelathletics.com/tickets.
In the e-Edition
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