Clockwise from top left: Judy Flannery, Jon Gray Noll, Karen Smyers, Verne Scott and Sheila Taormina. Two innovators who nurtured Tri-Fed/USA during its formative years, an age group superstar who has become an inspiration for thousands of female triathletes, and two female elites with accomplishments that few, if any, athletes can match in any sport. USA Triathlon is pleased to recognize Verne Scott, Jon Gray Noll, Judy Flannery, Karen Smyers, and Sheila Taormina as the inaugural class of the USAT Hall of Fame. "This being the first year of the Hall of Fame, everyone on the committee was committed to setting a very high standard and to selecting inductees who truly shaped the sport," said Chuck Graziano, co-chair of the Hall of Fame Selection Committee. "I think we're all exceedingly pleased with the result and it makes the hours and hours of work worthwhile. In the coming years, we'll have a great standard to maintain and the stature of USAT's Hall of Fame will be on par with any Hall of Fame in any sport as a result." The selection follows a long process that included nominations by the USAT membership and an arduous screening process of the nominees. The inductees are being recognized across four categories: contributor, age group athlete, pre-1999 elite athletes, and post-2000 elite athlete. The official induction will take place at a banquet on Saturday, Jan. 17 as part of the Race Director Symposium at the Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs, Colo. USAT will forward you more information about the event once your registration is confirmed.  For more information, contact Karen Anders (719-597-9090 x143 | karen.anders@usatriathlon.org).  Tickets will also be available at the door of the Banquet Room.