Kennedy to be inducted to state Sports Hall of Fame
State Representative Tracy Estes presents a resolution to Doug Kennedy in recognition of Kennedy’s selection to the State Hall of Fame. Shown with Kennedy are grandchildren Mason and Maddie Grace Martin, daughter Tracy Martin, his wife Gracie and life-long friend and supporter Jim Masdon.
By Chad Fell
Senior Reporter
nwanews@centurytel.net
HALEYVILLE State Representative Tracy Estes had a special resolution to present at the Tuesday, Jan. 21, meeting of the Haleyville City Council, honoring Doug Kennedy for his upcoming induction into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame.
Kennedy, who has become known as a distinguished paralympian, holds many world records and awards, including the Sington Award as the Physically Challenged Athlete of the Year for the State of Alabama.