Seven people who have made a lasting contribution to sport in Stoke-on-Trent have joined the city's Sporting Hall of Fame.
The 2026 inductees were honoured at Stoke-on-Trent Town Hall on Friday 9 October, with the Lord Mayor, Councillor Joan Bell, unveiling the updated honours board and presenting their awards.
The seven inductees
- Tara Burndred: a multiple Ju Jitsu world champion who has also contributed to the sport as a coach.
- Clive Dean: recognised for more than 50 years of volunteering in grassroots football through Ladsandads.
- Gary Hall MBE: a former British Taekwondo champion and Performance Director for GB Taekwondo.
- Nigel Johnson: the BBC Radio Stoke sports broadcaster recognised for five decades of covering local sport.
- Dave Juggins: a world duathlon champion and European medallist.
- Kieron McKinney: an England disability cricketer who has competed in the Ashes and taken part in several sports.
- Neil McPherson: honoured for his contribution and service to sport.
Recognising the city's sporting contribution
The Sporting Hall of Fame recognises athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and broadcasters whose achievements or service have a lasting connection with Stoke-on-Trent.
The council confirmed the ceremony and this year's inductees in its news release issued on 9 October.