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: 1988
Birth Date: May 25, 1951
Home Town: Oshawa
More about Anna Louise Forder-McLaughlin:
Born in Oshawa on May 25, 1951, Anna moved to Port Perry at a young age, attending public and high school in the community. During her early figure skating career, Anna competed in Free-Style Pairs with Rick Stephens. As amateurs in 1966, they won the Canadian Junior Pairs Championship in 1967, they were Bronze Medalists in the Senior Pairs Championship, and placed 4th in the North American Championship in 1968. Anna was a member of the Tenth Winter Olympic Games representing Canada in figure skating competitions held in Grenoble, France. In 1969, the Free-Style pair won the Senior Canadian Championship and were members of the North American and World Teams.
After a successful career in amateur competitions, Anna turned professional; and trained numerous Oshawa skaters to various Ontario and Canadian Championships. Paul Martini and Barbara Underhill credited Anna's training and coaching abilities for their long career in amateur and professional skating.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
Also open during every Oshawa Generals home game
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