The objective of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame is to recognize and honour the achievements of Oshawa individuals and teams who have attained prominence and distinction in sports as well as those who have made a major contribution to the development of sport.
Located inside the Tribute Communities Centre, the Sports Hall of Fame plaques and citations are displayed on the main level walls. The 3600 square foot Museum housing artifacts, memorabilia and photographs is also located on this level at the west end behind Section 119. The new Museum location opened officially in the spring of 2008.
Year Inducted: 1986
Birth Date: February 18, 1895
Home Town: Sweden
More about Benj Fallman:
Born and educated in Sweden, Benj arrived in Oshawa in 1934, and besides being a national class competitor, was instrumental in organizing track and field in Oshawa. He won five Swedish championships in the 1930's, was a 13-time Canadian Champion in the years 1937-63, and won 16 Ontario titles from 1935-60. Benj, who was the originator of the Shamrock Track and Field Club which produced so many fine competitors over the years, also won 16 YMCA championships from 1953-63. He also was instrumental in the organizing of the Oshawa Ski Club, and later was an instructor with the Club.