FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The University of Alaska Fairbanks Department of Athletics is issuing a final call for tickets to the 2025 Nanook Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon, set for Friday, October 3, at Pike's Waterfront Lodge. A limited number of seats remain for this special celebration — the Nanooks' first Hall of Fame class since 2018 — and fans are encouraged to secure their tickets online in advance.
Doors will open at 11:00 a.m., with lunch service from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The induction ceremony will officially begin at 12:15 p.m. Walk-up tickets will also be available at the door, but seating is limited.
The 2025 Hall of Fame class features nine individuals and one team whose accomplishments, leadership, and legacy have shaped the history of Nanooks Athletics:
- 2011 Women's Cross Country Team – The first Alaska team to qualify for the NCAA Division II Championships, finishing 17th nationally after a top-four showing at the West Region meet.
- Peter Alden (Cross Country/Nordic Skiing, 1987-93) – The first Nanook to earn All-America honors in cross country and an NCAA Skiing Championships qualifier.
- Sam Harthun (Volleyball, 2012-15) – Alaska's all-time kills leader (1,513), GNAC Freshman of the Year in 2012, and three-time First Team All-GNAC selection.
- Bente Heller (Swimming, 2010-14) – Alaska's first individual NCAA swimming champion, capturing the 100 backstroke title in 2013, and a 14-time All-American.
- Don Jamieson (Hockey, 1981-85) – Converted forward who became a cornerstone defenseman, later inspiring the annual Don Jamieson Unsung Hero Award.
- Victoria Jones (Swimming, 2013-17) – Six-time NCAA All-American and 11-time All-PCSC honoree, known for her excellence in backstroke and relay events.
- Russ Knapp (Hockey, 1966-69) – Early-era goaltender and longtime supporter of Nanooks athletics, honored with the William R. Cashen Service Award for his contributions.
- Margot Lucchesi (Swimming, 2011-15) – A 13-time NCAA All-American and two-time national runner-up who won four consecutive PCSC titles in the 100 butterfly.
- Darryl Lewis, Sr. (Basketball, 1985-87) – Two-year standout forward who scored 829 career points and averaged 15.1 per game, also serving as team captain.
- Keith Street (Hockey, 1985-88) – Prolific scorer with 157 career points in just three seasons and namesake of the Nanooks' top scorer award.
Tickets are still available online and can be purchased here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/84997554/hall-of-fame-luncheon-fairbanks-pikes-waterfront-lodge?gclid=. Walk-up admission will also be accepted as capacity allows.
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