Norfolk Catholic Hall of Fame 2026 inductees announced

NORFOLK, Neb.— The 2026 inductees to the Norfolk Catholic Hall of Fame have been announced.

“The Norfolk Catholic Hall of Fame has annually recognized athletes and alumni since 2015 who, according to the organization’s bylaws, have achieved distinction in their lives through significant contributions in their career, community and personal achievements, teams that achieved high distinction during their respective season, staff members and supporters who made significant contributions to the school,” according to a news release.

Athletes: Steve Denn 1986 and Kayla (Uhing 2007) Simon.

Alumnus: Aaron Kallhoff 1998 and Jim Casey 1964.

Staff: Rosemary Johnson and Monty Willyard.

Contributors: Don Kraemer, Gary & Cathy Love Family.

Teams: 2004 football, 2005 to 2007 volleyball.

These inductees will be honored at a dinner and ceremony on April 18 at St. Marys Catholic Church.

“We are excited to honor the Hall of Fame Class of 2026,” President of the Hall of Fame Board of Directors Jeff Bellar said in a press release. “I am fortunate to be part of the great culture here at Norfolk Catholic, and this is a great way to honor some of those who have helped make Norfolk Catholic what it is today.”

Inductees are unanimously voted on by the board of directors made up of past and present staff, students, and past inductees.