Pennsylvania Wrestling Hall of Fame Named 2027 Inductees
Dave Gable and Cody Becker will be honored at the 33rd annual banquet in Hershey this May.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Wrestling
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The Pennsylvania chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame announced its 2027 class of inductees on October 5, 2026. Coaches and athletes are recognized for their significant contributions to the sport.
Why it matters
The awards honor long-term dedication to wrestling, celebrating individuals who have shaped the state's athletic community through coaching and personal excellence.
Dave Gable accumulated a 340-109-1 record coaching the Dallastown boys wrestling team over 28 years, while Cody Becker finished his Spring Grove high school career with a 118-35 record.
The players
Dave Gable
He is a longtime wrestling coach who led the Dallastown program to multiple conference and district championships over 28 years.
Cody Becker
He was a standout wrestler at Spring Grove and Millersville University who died in the line of duty in 2025.
The details
Dave Gable led Dallastown to 14 SCAC Division I titles and two District 3 championships during his tenure. The late Cody Becker, a 2004 Spring Grove graduate who earned 84 collegiate wins at Millersville University, will posthumously receive the Medal of Courage for his wrestling career and line-of-duty sacrifice.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: The 2027 Hall of Fame class was announced.
May 2, 2027: The induction banquet occurs at Hershey Lodge.
The Big Picture
This induction follows the established criteria of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame to honor individuals with 20 or more years of service to the sport. The recognition of these figures highlights the organization's ongoing role in codifying the history and legacy of regional wrestling programs.
Fans and local supporters can expect the 33rd annual banquet to serve as the primary event for honoring these specific coaching and athletic legacies. The posthumous award for Cody Becker emphasizes the organization's focus on linking athletic achievement with public service milestones.
The takeaway
Honoring leaders like Gable and athletes like Becker helps preserve the historical narrative of high school and collegiate sports in Pennsylvania. Recognizing these contributions ensures that the commitment of coaches and the sacrifice of student-athletes remain a part of the sport's record.
What happens next
The 33rd annual induction banquet is scheduled to take place at the Hershey Lodge on May 2, 2027.
Further reading
For more on the state's wrestling community, visit the Pennsylvania Wrestling section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Evening Sun.
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