2024 Sports Wall of Fame Inductees selected

Medicine Hat – The City of Medicine Hat will welcome Joseph Fisher and Zorislav Krco, to the Sports Wall of Fame during an induction ceremony on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at the Big Marble Go Centre.
Joseph's impact on hockey in Medicine Hat began with his playing career, as the first local to join the NHL with the Detroit Red Wings and a Stanley Cup win in 1943. Transitioning to coaching and then to franchise ownership, he co-founded the Medicine Hat Tigers in the Western Hockey League in 1970. Under his leadership, the Tigers became a powerhouse, nurturing NHL talents and winning back-to-back Memorial Cups. Fisher's legacy, marked by his role in establishing one of North America's most respected hockey franchises, solidifies him as a significant figure in the sport's history in Medicine Hat.
Zorislav's distinguished journey in Karate spans 48 years, highlighted by attaining the 8th Dan rank, a testament to his dedication and mastery of the sport. His contributions extend beyond his time as an athlete; as a Class A certified international instructor, he has left a lasting impact on students in Europe and Canada, many of whom have achieved success at various levels, including World Championships. Having taught in Medicine Hat for more than 23 years, Zorislav has contributed significantly beyond his expertise in Karate; he has instilled a passion for the sport among countless students. His role has firmly established him as a key figure within the local Karate community, as the sport's first inductee.
“The Sports Wall of Fame recognizes leaders in sport and honours individuals and teams of the past and present to inspire the future,” says James Will, Managing Director, Parks and Recreation, City of Medicine Hat. “Both Joseph and Zorislav have proven their outstanding commitment to their respective sports have made significant contributions to the sporting community in Medicine Hat.”
The City of Medicine Hat recognizes community leaders, honours individuals and teams while instilling a sense of pride in outstanding sports achievement through the Sports Wall of Fame. The selection criteria includes:

• Signification local, provincial, national or international recognition
• Sustained ambassadorship of Medicine Hat in sports
• Longevity of achievement in sports
• Contribution towards the betterment of the sports community
• Born in or has moved to Medicine Hat or area within the last 10 years and considers the Medicine Hat area an important part of their life experience
• Excelled in sports as a leader (an athlete, builder, administrator, official, media/broadcaster, sportswriter, team, sponsor)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in their field and has had outstanding or extraordinary experience success
• Athletes must be retired from competition, but can still be involved in the sport in other ways
  Nominations for the Sports Wall of Fame are accepted year-round with an annual cutoff date September 30. For more information, visit medicinehat.ca/walloffame.
  The Sports Wall of Fame ceremony is open to the public – more details to come. A livestream will also be available on the Big Marble Go Centre Facebook page.