National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Oct. 5

Inductees: Baseball’s Joe DiSarcina and Football Coach Al Fornaro

The National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame will host its Induction Ceremony on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Anthony’s Function Hall (105 Canal St., Malden). This year’s inductees will be San Diego Padres and UMass legend Joe DiSarcina and Xaverian Memorial High School Championship Football Coach Al Fornaro. This will also be, for the first time, the Tony “The Champ” DeMarco Award, which will be presented to this year’s recipient, former Everett High School and current Catholic Memorial Football Coach John DiBiaso. Special guests include Red Sox legend Rico Petrocelli, Boston Bruins great Andy Brickley and EHS football legend Bobby Leo.

All former players and teammates are encouraged to support the inductees. Tickets are $60 per person, which includes a buffet, raffle prizes and 50/50 raffle. For tickets, call Paul Solano at 617-240-4130 or Dave Caiazzo at 781-507-3005.