The Laker Hall of Fame induction committee has chosen the incoming Class of 2026, and honorees will be celebrated the weekend of Sept. 18-19.
The Hall of Fame is coordinated by the Laker Educational Foundation and has historically recognized deserving graduates and staff of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools for their accomplishments within the district or as adults. The slate of those chosen for this year represent high-achieving individuals in the areas of activities or athletics or as a distinguished individual with career accomplishments.
The Class of 2026 will be recognized during the Prior Lake High School varsity football game being played at Dan Patch Stadium on Friday, Sept. 18.
An induction ceremony and awards dinner is planned for the following evening, on Saturday, Sept. 19, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Legends Golf Club. Tickets for the dinner can be purchased using this link.
Honorees for this year include:
- Jesse Hrudka-Wartman Anschutz, Activities, Class of 2003
- David Busselman, Athletics, Class of 2000
- Courtney Gruber (Deutsch), Athletics, Class of 1998
- Alex Hart, Athletics, Class of 2015
- Thea Hoeg Kelly, Athletics, Class of 1997
- TJ Larson, Athletics, Class of 2010
- Scott Pierce, Athletics, Class of 1991
- Megan Pold, Athletics, Class of 2011
- Mark Schroeder, Distinguished Achievement, Class of 1976
- 1976 Boys’ Basketball Team, Team of Distinction
The Hall of Fame committee is comprised of school staff, former coaches and instructors, former honorees and community members.