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We are so excited! The Carano’s will be the first Father-Daughter duo to be inducted in the history of the Hall of Fame!
I’m coming back to Chicago!!!NOV 9TH for the @NIASHF #NationalItalianAmericanSportsHallofFame the Inductees 👉 My pops Glenn Carano!! ♥️ @AlexisDejoria 😍 @MarioAndretti 👏👏👏 @SupremeLobster 🙏 & Ralph “Babe” Serpico. It’ll be a night to remember. ✨
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We are honored to induct Gina Carano on November 3, 2018 at our 41st Annual Induction and Awards Gala. For tickets, please visit niashf.org/news/41st-annual-…
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@ginacarano #NIASHF #HallofFame #Induction #2018
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Happy Birthday to 2019 inductee Alexis DeJoria! We are excited to welcome you to the Hall of Fame on November 9th! @AlexisDejoria
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Our thoughts and prayers are with John Andretti during his battle with cancer
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Thank you @niaforg for honoring our Founder, George Randazzo. He was so passionate about helping others and so proud of his Italian Heritage. Thank you for celebrating his legacy with this special honor.
.@NIASHF founder and beloved friend of NIAF George Randazzo passed away in July. Tonight NIAF announces a sports scholarship in memory of him.
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#FlashbackFriday Just in time for the Olympics, @marylouretton look what we found in our archives today!
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Thank you to all who supported our 41st Annual Induction and Awards Gala on Saturday. We were so proud to honor Rocco B. Commisso, Gina Carano, Joe Girardi, Gene Pingatore and Perry Mandera this year. Pictures of the Gala can be viewed here: dropbox.com/sh/2wwq9rrm84saw…
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 1989 inductee Bruno Sammartino. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. #BrunoSammartino #niashf #inductee
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We are proud to present Vinnie Viola with the 2017 Sportsman of the Year Award on November 18 #flapanthers #niashf nitter.app/flapanthers/status/922…
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It is heartbreaking to announce the passing of our President and Founder George Randazzo, who passed away yesterday, July 28 at the age of 77. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers niashf.org/news/george-randa…
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#ThrowbackThursday #TBT War hero and 2008 inductee, Louis Zamperini shared memories of his trying times as a prisoner of war as depicted in his book “Unbroken.” Moderator for the evening was Corey McPherrin from Fox News. #unbroken #louiszamperini #foxchicago
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Congratulations to Francesco Molinari on being the first... google.com/amp/s/www.washing…
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Great night for #italians @mikepiazza31 #bamontes #baseballhalloffame @JohnMViola #niashf #niaf #LeonardoDiCaprio
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We are proud to support the Italian American Veterans Museum in honor of our late Founder, George Randazzo
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#memorabiliamonday
Did you know Dom DiMaggio, Joe's younger brother, was nicknamed "The Little Professor" for his small stature and eyeglasses? Dom relied on his glasses to see the ball. He kept them safe in this little metal box with tissue paper. #dimaggio #baseball #funfact
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Celebrating our 42nd Annual Induction and Awards Gala! @MarioAndretti @AlexisDejoria @SupremeLobster @ginacarano #MelrosePark niashf.org/news/42nd-annual-…
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The @NHLBlackhawks invite you to Italian Heritage Night on October 27! #Italian #Italianheritage #niashf #ChicagoBlackhawks
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#memorabiliamonday
Did you know Bruno Sammartino sold out Madison Square Garden more than any other performer in history - 188 times? Bruno wore these shoes during many of his matches.
#RestInPeace #TheLivingLegend #BrunoSammartino #niashf
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Mike Adamle inspired us all when he took his diagnosis of dementia and probable chronic traumatic encephalopathy... fb.me/9qCXjoL9h
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Ray Mancini and Barry Sanders at the MAB Celebrity Services show in Rosemont yesterday @realboomboom @BarrySanders @MABCelebrity
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Do you recall this famous picture of boxing legend Rocky Marciano? Well on this day in 1954 Rocky Marciano KOs... fb.me/1oNuGvzNA
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Join us on February 27th for our 11th Annual Night at the Fights! Special guests: Jon Seda, Ray Mancini & Larry Holmes! Delicious Italian buffet and competitive fights! @JonSeda @realboomboom @LarryHolmes75 #ChicagoPD #fightnight #boxing niashf.org/event/11th-annual…
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We would like wish our founder George Randazzo a Happy Birthday!... fb.me/2A5Jc9Pnh
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 2000 inductee, Rollie Massimino. Our thoughts and prayers go... fb.me/7TCF7yJu5
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Zito, Adamle, Bruno, Manganello, Carpino, Acerras, Viola, Porcello... this year's inductees & honorees! NIASHF 40th Anniversary Gala
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#MemorabiliaMonday Did you know Randy "Macho Man" Savage started out as a catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals? His WWF shoes & all-sequin 15-lb robe are on display at the Hall of Fame. We have fond memories of inducting him in 2003 & recall how he addressed everyone as "Brother”
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Taylor fest is still going on! Make sure to come down and check out the many things it has to offer!... fb.me/1nZPKN3Sf
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Congratulations to "Man of the Year" Franco Harris, all honorees & scholarship recipients at NIASHF Pittsburgh Chapter's 32nd Annual Scholarship Sports Night on 4/12. In 32 years, they have assisted more than 185 deserving students achieve their dreams of a college education.
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On November 2, 1979, Yogi Berra celebrated the opening of our first museum at the ribbon cutting ceremony in Elmwood Park, IL with Rocky Marciano Jr., George Randazzo, Mrs. Vince Lombardi, Tommy Lasorda, Mayor Elmer Conti and Mary Anne Marciano. #YogiBerra
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Announcing the 2019 Inductees and Honorees! @AlexisDejoria @GlennCarano @MarioAndretti @SupremeLobster niashf.org/news/announcing-2…
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Wishing a Happy Birthday to Inductees Bobby Valentine & Barry Zito! #HappyBirthday @BobbyValentine @barryzitomusic
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Every year @ChrisVaccaro donates a unique set of Topps cards to our gala, honoring our inductees and history of our organization. We are so thankful for his continuing support! Be sure to check out the recent article in @FraNoi
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our longtime friend, Armand Dellovade. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
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On this day 17 years ago, Mike Piazza hit one of the most iconic home runs in history #wewillneverforget
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#ThisDayInHistory - Marilyn Monroe married 'The Yankee Clipper' Joe DiMaggio!
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#TBT In 1978 the NIASHF honored its first group of inductees from all sports. Pictured: Joey Giardello (accepting for Johnny Wilson), Lou Ambers, Gino Marchetti, Dave Condon (Sports Hero Award recipient), Mrs. Vince Lombardi, Joe DiMaggio, Dom DiMaggio and Charley Trippi.
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Thank You all who attended our 39th Annual Gala last night. As many of you know, Tommy Lasorda was not able to... fb.me/S2cn8Pvz
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#ThrowbackThursday #TBT The “Night with the Pros” fundraiser brought many athletes together to support scholarships for young people. HOF legend Ernie Banks greets Director Pat McKenna as Founder George Randazzo escorts Mr. Cub into the Holiday Inn O’Hare/Kennedy on May 19, 1978
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Thank you to our special guests @holyfield and @TommyLasorda for a successful #RockyMarciano Boxing Event at #NIASHF
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Thank you @GBurnsPhoto for capturing our 42nd Gala! @AlexisDejoria @MarioAndretti @SupremeLobster @melroseparkIL1 @ginacarano #glenncarano dropbox.com/sh/ge3vlpjmd5bfm…
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On this day in 1980 USA beats USSR in Olympic hockey 4-3, referred to as "Miracle on Ice". USA captain Mike... fb.me/8dSHpttJ5
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Congratulations to 2005 NIASHF Inductee Mike Piazza who on this day was inducted into the 2016 Baseball Hall of... fb.me/JMlGcw1O
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#ThrowbackThursday #TBT
George Randazzo (center) meets with the planning committee that established the first banquet in August of 1977. Pictured left to right: Frank LaMark, Pat Saviano, Jerry Saviano, Leo Cassetari, Joe Timperio, Rich Pignataro, Dick Donatoni and Bob Pasquale
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On this day in 1934 NY Yankees buy Joe DiMaggio from SF Seals.
#JoeDiMaggio #NewYorkYankees #MLB #MLBlegend... fb.me/5uirLr5LO
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Congratulations to 2018 inductee Gina Carano on her role in the upcoming Star Wars tv series, The Mandalorian!
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Congratulations to our dear friend and Board of Director, Enrico J. Mirabelli, who is receiving the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor Award this evening! @EIHonors #niashf
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Looking back on a gem of a friend -- George Randazzo dailyherald.com/sports/20190…
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Congratulations to the New York Mets on making clinching a wild card spot! And our very own Wayne Randazzo for... fb.me/4Oc3aewC4
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Thank you all who attended last night's NIASHF Inductee Welcome!
#niashf... fb.me/6JIazTTEz
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On this day in 1941, Joe DiMaggio goes 3 for 4, hitting in his 56th straight game.
#joedimaggio #niashf #mlb... fb.me/2IatnHun3
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We have many golden memories of Dominic and will never forget them. He has been a friend of ours since we started the Hall of Fame. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and the Italian community during this difficult time.
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