The Carter County Sports Hall of Fame will welcome its newest class of inductees on Saturday, December 12, 2026, during an induction ceremony at Milligan University.
The ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. in McCormick Dining Hall, with tickets going on sale November 12.
The newest class features 14 inductees and one honorary selection who have made significant contributions to athletics throughout Carter County and beyond.
The 2026 Carter County Sports Hall of Fame December inductees are:
- Franklin Davis – Douglas High School
- Wendell Davis – Happy Valley
- Howard Ensor – TSSAA Official/Unaka
- Caleb Gilmer – Milligan/Elizabethton
- Anthony Haire – Hampton
- Chris Hall – Unaka
- Nathanael Hughes – Hampton
- Kim Deaton Hyatt – Happy Valley/Milligan
- Kenny Johnson – Cloudland
- Jim Perkins – Elizabethton
- Adam Taylor – Unaka
- Danielle Vines Taylor – Elizabethton
- Brooke Rhodes Thomas – Cloudland
- Ethan Thomas – Elizabethton
Honorary Inductee:
- Cobb Marlowe – Cloudland
The induction ceremony will recognize the accomplishments and contributions of these individuals while celebrating the rich athletic history of Carter County.
From outstanding athletes and coaches to officials and individuals who have supported athletics in their communities, the Hall of Fame continues its tradition of honoring those who have made a lasting impact on local sports.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
- Time: 5 p.m.
- Location: McCormick Dining Hall, Milligan University
- Tickets On Sale: At the event
Congratulations to all members of the newest Carter County Sports Hall of Fame induction class!