RED DEER, AB - The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame is proud to announce its Class of 2026 inductees, celebrating outstanding athletes, builders, and contributors who have made a lasting impact on Alberta's sporting community. From motorsport to rugby, rowing, and basketball, this year's class represents excellence, dedication, and passion for sport across the province.

The Induction Ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Red Deer Resort & Casino. 

Dale Schulha - Multisport Builder

Dale Schulha began his athletic journey as a multi-sport standout at McNally Composite High School, competing on seven teams in his senior year. He went on to play defensive back for the University of Alberta Golden Bears from 1968 to 1972, serving as team captain during the 1971 and 1972 College Bowl Championship seasons. After completing his education, Schulha entered the Edmonton Public School system as a teacher and quickly moved into coaching. He guided teams at both the high school and junior football levels, coached at Medicine Hat College, and later became Head Coach of the Medicine Hat Rattlers in the Alberta Junior Football League. Schulha transitioned into senior sport administration, holding several leadership roles before serving two terms as the University of Alberta's Director of Athletics. In that role, he oversaw 25 varsity teams, 80 staff, and more than 475 student-athletes, while helping shape the broader landscape of Canada West and Canadian Interuniversity Sport. He was also a key contributor to the 1983 World University Summer Games in Edmonton. In recognition of his impact, Schulha received the Austin-Matthews Award in 2014 for outstanding contributions to Canadian University sport.

2026 Inductees: 

Jen Kish — Rugby Athlete
Shannon Kleibrink — Curling Athlete
James Steacy — Hammer Throw Athlete
Kasia Gruchalla-Wesierski — Rowing Athlete
Dennis Allen — Multisport Builder
Bernard "Bernie" Haley — Hockey Builder
Donna Rudakas — Basketball Builder
Dale Schulha — Multisport Builder
Bud Steen — Football Builder
1995 Calgary Canucks — Hockey Team
David Moir —Bell Memorial
Allen Berg — Motorsport Achievement
Dr. Bob Bratton — Volleyball Pioneer
 

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