(Oakbrook Terrace, ILL) - The American Football Association enshrined Reverend Gary L. Wilder, MTS, President of the Palm Beach Makos minor league football team, into their Hall Of Fame on June 25th, 2010 in the Executive Category. Rev. Wilder was introduced by Mr. Dave Burch, President of the American Football Association (AFA) and Mr. Daris Steen, CEO/Managing Partner of the Palm Beach Makos, also Wilder's longtime friend.
During his acceptance, Wilder stated, "I am humble and excited to be a part of such an illustrious alumni of the AFA and l look forward to be a part of this organization for a very long time." Rev. Wilder also thanked Mr. Burch for nominating him for the enshrinement, Mr. Steen for his longtime friendship, and his family, wife Felecia, & children (Gary, II and Alexis) for their support. Rev. Wilder is also thankful for his church Abundant Life Christian Centre, with leader, Bishop Rick Thomas, for their continued support. Additionally, Rev. Wilder was asked lead the audience with an invocation prayer for the event.
Since the inaugural enshrinement in 1981 (including the Class of 2010) the AFA has recognized 357 players; 99 coaches; 79 executives; 28 officials; 22 pioneers; 20 media/historians; 13 trainer/equipment men; 6 associated with youth football; 5 involved with international semi-pro; 4 from the women's level; and even 1 'super fan'. The enshrinement of this year's class of 22 new Hall of Famers expands the 30-year total number of inductees from 612 members to 634 members.
On Friday evening, the Class of 2010 was honored by AFA Alumni, family and friends as they received their commemorative Semi-Pro Hall of Fame recognition plaques. Craig Ochoa (Class of '03) served as MC while former teammates and/or family members presented the new inductees to the dinner crowd The induction dinner event was also viewed by friends, family and fans around the world via live webcast. To view the event go to : http://www.steveweedproductions.com/AFA.htm
The enshrinement was held at the Hilton Suites on
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