Who established the Hall of Fame?
The American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame was originally established by The American Ultrarunning Association (AUA) that was founded in 1990 by Dan Brannen. In 2020, the Hall of Fame was transferred to ultrarunninghistory.com with Davy Crockett providing oversight.
Where is the Hall of Fame located?
There is no physical location of the American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame. You might say that it exists in cyberspace. It now exists on ultrarunninghistory.com
When are ultrarunners eligible for induction into the Hall?
To be considered for the American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame, candidates must be either retired from competition for 10 years or have reached the age of 60.
What about key contributors to the sport, shouldn’t they be considered for selection to the Hall of Fame?
Yes, the consideration for induction includes significant contribution to the sport historically, including administration, race directing, and impacting the growth and popularity of the sport.
Any chances of it growing the Hall to accommodate the growth in the sport?
Yes. As of 2021, up to two inductees per year can be inducted.
Do the inductees get an award of any kind? Award ceremony?
Not currently, but that could change. That would require funding and an administrative structure that currently does not exist. The recognition alone is the award. Feedback has indicated that the majority of inductees to date are content with this reality.
Can I nominate someone I think is deserving?
We are always open to hearing suggestions for nominees, as long as they are accompanied by a robust ultrarunning accomplishments that fit the considerations below,
Are there certain criteria that need to be met?
Candidates are judged on their overall career record. There are no specific criteria (in terms of athletic accomplishments) that need to be achieved. However, generally speaking, inductees usually have one or more of the following accomplishments:
- Won/Loss record among peers over the course of multiple years in highly competitive ultras
- Winning multiple major, non-championship ultramarathons against top-level competition
- Winning one or more World or National Championships
- Setting one or more World or American Records
- Setting multiple competitive trail course records
- Versatility of performance success over a wide range of ultra distances and surfaces.
- Longevity of consistent performance at a world or national-class level
- Significant contribution to the history and development of the sport