Induction Class of 2026
Al Duran
The Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame will induct Al Duran as part of the Class of 2026. He has been one of the most popular Figure-Eight competitors in the history of Colorado National Speedway with a career that began in 1990, when he won the first race he entered...
Bruce Rhoades
Bruce Rhoades has been inducted into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in recognition of his career racing in the Modified Coupes division, where he earned multiple Main Event victories at regional tracks and 4 Championships at Lakeside Speedway in Denver.
Dave Chambers
Dave Chambers’ racing career began as a five-year-old boy competing in Quarter Midget race cars on a track his dad built, continued with Modified Stock cars at several Denver-area tracks, and has most recently included a class record at the Bonneville Salt Flats. He...
Don Palmer
Don Palmer will be inducted into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in recognition of his long career as a driver in the Modified division at Denver-area tracks, as well as his service to the Colorado Auto Racing Club as a winning competitor, official, board...
Fritz Kadlec
In recognition of accomplishments in endurance motorcycle and snowmobile competition, Fritz Kadlec will be inducted into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame with the class of 2026. He is a six-time medalist at the International Six Days Enduro and competed in...
Harry Stone
Harry Stone will be inducted into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in recognition of his career spanning more than 50 years of competition in several oval-track racing divisions, as well as an exceptional record of service to the Colorado racing community.
Jim and Annie Whiteley
Jim and Annie Whiteley will be welcomed into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame as members of the Class of 2026. During their respective drag racing careers, each marked by numerous low ETs, top speeds, and race victories, Jim is credited with eight championships...
Larry Ginardi
Larry Ginardi’s 60-year career as a Late Model Stock Car competitor, innovative race car fabricator, and successful oval track race promoter will be recognized with his induction into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in the Class of 2026.
Mike Applegate
The Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame will induct Mike Applegate in recognition of his 35-year motorcycle racing career, which is highlighted by 121 event victories, 10 class championships, and the 2022 Colorado State Championship with the Motorcycle Racing Association.
Rocky Mountain Riders Association 2026
The Rocky Mountain Riders will receive the 2026 Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame J.C. Agajanian Award, given each year in recognition of exceptional contributions to Colorado motorsports by an organization. The Rocky Mountain Riders is a motocross association that...
Scott Main
Scott Main will be inducted into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of Fame in recognition of his achievements in NHRA Drag Racing. He was the youngest World Champion in his class in NHRA history for the 1974 season and was a two-time Engine Masters Challenge winner...
John “Sporty” Bandimere
John “Sporty” Bandimere will be recognized for his career in drag racing, where he has continued his family’s work in operating Bandimere Speedway, the most successful motorsports facility in Colorado History. He will be inducted into the Colorado Motorsports Hall of...