AWARDS
The Bacalles Award
George Bacalles was instrumental in getting the Corning-Painted Post Sports Hall of Fame started and was an ardent supporter of all sports in our community. However, he was particularly interested in our high school athletic programs – dating way back to 1927 – and as such established this award in 1978 to encourage and recognize the achievements of our best high school athletes. Mr. Bacalles served as business manager of the original Corning All High Group, and he was also at one time sports editor of the Leader. After his death, the Bacalles family continued to recognize our outstanding high school athletes by reestablishing the award in the memory of George Bacalles.
Bob Box
Director’s Award
Named in honor of Bob Box, who served on the Hall of Fame Board of Directors for 15 years; 12 of those as President. This award is presented to someone who has made significant contributions to the Corning-Painted Post Sports Hall of Fame
Frank Watts Memorial Award
Given in memory of Frank Watts – Charter Director, Recording Secretary for 30 years; Hall of Fame inductee as Contributor in 1980, Bob Box Directors Award 2007; Sports Editor for the Leader
CPP Sports Hall of Fame 