Dalton CRA Hall of Fame Inducts Eighth Class
DALTON, Mass. – The Community Recreation Association celebrated its newest class of CRA Hall of Fame inductees on Sunday, Sept. 13, as more than 220 people gathered at the Stationery Factory for the 2026 CRA Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
The afternoon was a celebration of athletic achievement, community, and the stories that have helped shape generations of Central Berkshire athletics. The Class of 2026 represents an impressive list of athletes, coaches, contributors and championship teams.
The 2026 CRA Athletic Hall of Fame inductees are:
Athletes – Matt Boudreau, Shannon Hoosick, Harry Hume, Janinne Noel, Lisa Perrott, Tom Reynolds, Dave Ward
Coaches – Peter Stephenson, Richard “Dick” Farley, Joe O’Neill
Contributors – John Corliss, Jody DiMassimo, Kelly’s Package Store
Teams – 1952 Dalton High School basketball team, 1998 Wahconah girls soccer team, 2014 Wahconah hockey team
The CRA Athletic Hall of Fame was created to preserve those stories and recognize the athletes, coaches, teams and supporters who have helped build a strong athletic tradition.
A special part of this year's ceremony was the recognition of Cooper Calvert as the 2026 CRA Athletic Hall of Fame Story of the Year.
Calvert's story reflects the connection between the CRA and the young people it serves. From participating in CRA programs as a child to becoming a camp counselor and role model for younger athletes, Calvert's journey represents the lasting impact that recreation and youth sports can have well beyond the playing field.
The ceremony also featured Al Streeter as the keynote speaker. A former CRA Athletic Hall of Fame inductee, Streeter brought his own perspective on the importance of athletics, community and the people who help create opportunities for young athletes. His message helped connect the stories of the 2026 inductees with the larger purpose of the Hall of Fame.
The event was also a celebration of the community that has supported the CRA Athletic Hall of Fame since its creation. Now in its eighth class, the Hall continues to preserve local athletic history while raising support for the next generation of athletes.
The CRA Athletic Hall of Fame is about more than recognizing accomplishments from the past. Funds raised through the Hall of Fame help support youth athletics and recreation programs, including opportunities for children who may otherwise face financial barriers to participation.
Sunday's gathering at the Stationery Factory was a fitting reflection of that mission—a room filled with former teammates, coaches, families, friends and community members coming together to celebrate the people and stories that have made Central Berkshire athletics special.
The CRA Athletic Hall of Fame continues to honor the past, celebrate the present and help ensure that future generations have the opportunity to write their own stories.
