The Louisiana American Italian Sports Hall of Fame Induction Gala honors & celebrates national and local Italian Americans in the sports, entertainment, medical, and civic fields. Proceeds benefit the American Italian Cultural Center and scholarships for college-bound high school seniors excelling in academics and athletics.
Cocktails and Silent Auction will begin at 5:00pmThe Dinner and Induction Ceremony will begin at 6:00pm.
2019 Louisiana American Italian Sports Hall of Fame Inductees & Award Winners
Dan Pastorini,
National Honoree
TBA,
Sports Hall of Fame Inductees
Tim Brando,
Buddy “D” Media Award
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American Italian Veteran Award
Anthony Laciura,
Louis Prima Arts & Entertainment Award
Dr. Jon D. Celino,
Dr. John Adriani Medical Award
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Joseph I. Giarrusso Civic Award
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Joseph Maselli Heritage Award
Special guests
Vince Ferragamo and Deana Martin will be in attendance!
Saturday, Jan 26, 5-10 PM
34th Annual Louisiana American Italian Sports Hall of Fame Gala
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