California State University Northridge Athletics
CSUN Athletics Hall of Fame Nominations Open Through May 17
4/21/2026 12:00:00 PM | General
NORTHRIDGE, Calif. - After inducting its first Hall of Fame class in seven years in 2025, the CSUN Athletics Department is excited to announce it is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class. Nominations will be accepted through Sunday, May 17.
The Matador Hall of Fame recognizes the men, women, and Matador teams that have distinguished themselves in athletics, by sport or by meritorious efforts, as undergraduates or after leaving the university.
CSUN has produced a large number of talented student-athletes and administrative personnel who have contributed to the growth of the university, their sport(s), and their communities.
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics recognizes those individual efforts by providing a capstone award for distinguished careers. Established in 1981, the Matador Hall of Fame originated through the vision of then-men's athletic director, Bob Hiegert, and women's athletic director, Dr. Judith Brame. They believed the Hall of Fame would provide an excellent opportunity for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to stay in touch with its alumni and friends.
Since 1981, including the last induction class in 2025, the Matador Hall of Fame has inducted 131Â outstanding members.
To be eligible, an inductee must satisfy the qualifications in one of the following sections:
Student-Athlete - Athletic Achievement
A student-athlete is eligible for nomination a minimum of five years following the graduation of his or her class. An exception to the five-year requirement may be given based on extraordinary achievement or exigent circumstances on the unanimous vote of the Nominating Committee. To be considered, a student-athlete must have achieved at least one of the following: National Player of the Year, NCAA Champion (as an individual or in a team sport), All-America Team selection, All-Region, Conference Player of the Year, All-Conference, Academic All-America, U.S. Olympic or National Team member.
Student-Athlete - Professional Achievement
A student-athlete is eligible for nomination a minimum of five years following the graduation of his or her class. An exception to the five-year requirement may be given based on extraordinary achievement or exigent circumstances on the unanimous vote of the Nominating Committee. To be considered, a student-athlete must have brought recognition to CSUN Athletics by distinguishing herself or himself in professional fields, other than and including professional athletics.
Coach/Administrator
A coach or administrator is eligible a minimum of five years following his or her tenure with CSUN, or in the case of a current coach or administrator, having reached the age of 60. An exception to the five year requirement may be given based on extraordinary achievement or exigent circumstances on the unanimous vote of the Nominating Committee. The individual must have served CSUN Athletics in some capacity for a minimum of five years.
Team
Entire teams may be inducted based upon the winning of a National Championship.
Community Member(s)
An individual or individuals may be recognized for bringing recognition, providing distinguished service, and/or exceptional contributions to CSUN Athletics and its extended community.
Posthumous Award
Nominations and induction may be posthumously awarded.
All nominations must be submitted on the athletics website by filling out the nomination form. Anyone can submit nominations to the CSUN Athletics Hall of Fame.
Nominations can also be sent via US Mail to:Â
Matador Hall of Fame Nomination CommitteeÂ
CSUN Athletics Hall of Fame Committee
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330-8276
More details regarding the 2026 CSUNÂ Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will be held on Nov. 6, will be announced in the coming months.Â
#GoMatadors
The Matador Hall of Fame recognizes the men, women, and Matador teams that have distinguished themselves in athletics, by sport or by meritorious efforts, as undergraduates or after leaving the university.
CSUN has produced a large number of talented student-athletes and administrative personnel who have contributed to the growth of the university, their sport(s), and their communities.
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics recognizes those individual efforts by providing a capstone award for distinguished careers. Established in 1981, the Matador Hall of Fame originated through the vision of then-men's athletic director, Bob Hiegert, and women's athletic director, Dr. Judith Brame. They believed the Hall of Fame would provide an excellent opportunity for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to stay in touch with its alumni and friends.
Since 1981, including the last induction class in 2025, the Matador Hall of Fame has inducted 131Â outstanding members.
To be eligible, an inductee must satisfy the qualifications in one of the following sections:
Student-Athlete - Athletic Achievement
A student-athlete is eligible for nomination a minimum of five years following the graduation of his or her class. An exception to the five-year requirement may be given based on extraordinary achievement or exigent circumstances on the unanimous vote of the Nominating Committee. To be considered, a student-athlete must have achieved at least one of the following: National Player of the Year, NCAA Champion (as an individual or in a team sport), All-America Team selection, All-Region, Conference Player of the Year, All-Conference, Academic All-America, U.S. Olympic or National Team member.
Student-Athlete - Professional Achievement
A student-athlete is eligible for nomination a minimum of five years following the graduation of his or her class. An exception to the five-year requirement may be given based on extraordinary achievement or exigent circumstances on the unanimous vote of the Nominating Committee. To be considered, a student-athlete must have brought recognition to CSUN Athletics by distinguishing herself or himself in professional fields, other than and including professional athletics.
Coach/Administrator
A coach or administrator is eligible a minimum of five years following his or her tenure with CSUN, or in the case of a current coach or administrator, having reached the age of 60. An exception to the five year requirement may be given based on extraordinary achievement or exigent circumstances on the unanimous vote of the Nominating Committee. The individual must have served CSUN Athletics in some capacity for a minimum of five years.
Team
Entire teams may be inducted based upon the winning of a National Championship.
Community Member(s)
An individual or individuals may be recognized for bringing recognition, providing distinguished service, and/or exceptional contributions to CSUN Athletics and its extended community.
Posthumous Award
Nominations and induction may be posthumously awarded.
All nominations must be submitted on the athletics website by filling out the nomination form. Anyone can submit nominations to the CSUN Athletics Hall of Fame.
Nominations can also be sent via US Mail to:Â
Matador Hall of Fame Nomination CommitteeÂ
CSUN Athletics Hall of Fame Committee
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330-8276
More details regarding the 2026 CSUNÂ Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will be held on Nov. 6, will be announced in the coming months.Â
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