BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton unveiled the 2025 inductees into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame. This year, six exceptional individuals will be honoured for their remarkable impact on sport in Brampton and beyond. The City is hosting an induction ceremony to celebrate this year’s inductees, and tickets are now available for purchase.
The 2025 inductees into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame are:
Ron Noonan, Builder, Ice Hockey
Ron Noonan, a key figure in Brampton sports, is being inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame for his contributions to hockey, soccer and baseball. A former Chinguacousy Minor Hockey President (1995-1997), he later played a pivotal role in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA), serving as Chair of Coaching Programs (2015). His dedication earned him the OMHA Trophy in his name, Ontario Hockey Federation Volunteer of the Year (2005) and Bill Richmond Award (2010). Since 2004, Noonan has curated the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame, preserving the city’s rich sports heritage.
Raymond Rutter, Builder, Boxing
Raymond Rutter, a pivotal figure in Canadian boxing, is being inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame for his lasting contributions to the sport. Over nearly 30 years, he managed 15 champions, including 10 Canadian, four Commonwealth and one world titleholder. Founder of Canadastar Boxing Inc. (1990), he brought major fights to Canada through TSN, HBO and Showtime. Honoured by the International Boxing Federation (1995), he also served as a professional boxing judge (2015-2016). A dedicated youth coach in Brampton, Rutter’s impact on Canadian boxing and sports development continues to inspire future generations.
George Shepperdley, Builder, Cycling
George Shepperdley, a champion for cycling in Brampton, is being inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame for his decades of contributions to the sport. A founding member of Bike Brampton (2013), he played a key role in establishing the Brampton Cycling Advisory Committee. A former president of the Brampton Cycling Club (1998-2002), he has also officiated Ontario Cup Races and won multiple provincial and national cycling medals. Even in his 80s, he remains an active cyclist, covering 4,300 kilometers in Peel Region in 2024, and continues to mentor and advocate for cycling in the community.
Brian Beisel, Athlete, Lacrosse
Brian Beisel, a decorated lacrosse player, coach and executive, is being inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame. A five-time Mann Cup finalist with two wins, Beisel also captured the 1996 Minto Cup and the 2005 National Lacrosse League (NLL) Champions Cup. He played 124 NLL games, earning 125 points. As a coach, he led teams to provincial and national success, including the 2019 NLL title with the Calgary Roughnecks. Beisel also played junior hockey for Brampton and worked at Memorial Arena for 15 years. His contributions to lacrosse and Brampton’s sports community are both lasting and significant.
Patrick Tatham, Athlete, Basketball
Patrick Tatham, a distinguished player and coach, is being inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame for his contributions to basketball. A former Chinguacousy Secondary School MVP, he played National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball at Cleveland State University and professionally overseas. As a coach, he led Ryerson University (renamed to Toronto Metropolitan University) to its first Ontario University Athletics (OUA) title (2016) and became the first Black coach to win CIS Coach of the Year. Now head coach at McMaster University, he has also coached with Basketball Canada, earning multiple international medals. Patrick joins his sister, Tamara Tantham, a 2022 inductee, continuing their family’s legacy in Brampton basketball.
Normen Cadorin, Veteran, Baseball
Normen Giovanni Cadorin, a driving force in Brampton baseball, is being posthumously inducted into the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame. As umpire-in-chief for Brampton Minor Baseball Inc. (BMBI), he introduced a tiered umpire certification system, making Brampton a leader in developing young officials. His dedication earned him the Dick Willis Award (1997), BMBI’s Jack Campbell Award and a City of Brampton Longtime Service Award. A Toronto Police officer for 38 years, Cadorin’s impact extended beyond the field. His legacy in Brampton baseball and sports officiating is unmatched, making this honour a well-deserved tribute to his contributions.