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2025 HALL OF HONOR CLASS ANNOUNCED

MARION, Ind. - Indiana Wesleyan Athletics is excited to announce the 2025 IWU Athletics Hall of Honor Class. This year's class boasts one team and four athletes, and one lifelong supporter.

The 2025 Induction Ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. All in attendance will receive a free ticket to the IWU football home game at evening at 6:00 p.m. against Saint Xavier University (Ill.).

Individuals looking to purchase tickets to the event can do so by clicking HERE.
For more information on the Hall of Honor, click HERE.

1975 BASEBALL

PROGRAM'S FIRST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP

The 1975 Marion College Baseball Team secures its place in the IWU Hall of Honor on the 50th anniversary of the baseball program’s first conference championship. The team posted an impressive 10-2 conference record en route to claiming the league title. Dave Arrendale anchored the pitching staff with a 4-1 MCC record with 31 strikeouts in 24 innings. Shortstop, Don Shelmon, led the team at the plate with 15 hits and a .405 average. Barry Lauber hit a team-high three home runs, and Mike Broughton collected 15 RBIs. The team as a whole outscored its MCC opponents 82-41 in the 12 conference games. Together, this group laid the groundwork for decades of baseball excellence at Indiana Wesleyan, leaving a lasting impression on the field and in the record books.

RYAN BIEGEL

MEN'S BASKETBALL + TRACK & FIELD | 1994-1998

Ryan Biegel, a versatile competitor for Indiana Wesleyan from 1994 to 1998, earns his place in the Hall of Honor for outstanding achievements across both track & field and men’s basketball. On the track, Biegel rose to national recognition with a third-place finish in the high jump at the 1996 NAIA National Championships, earning All-American honors. His leap of 7 feet remains one of the top marks in IWU history. A three-time NCCAA All-American in track & field, he consistently performed at a high level throughout his career. On the hardwood, Biegel added another chapter to his legacy, helping lead IWU to the 1995 NCCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship while compiling 1,068 points, 481 rebounds, and 157 assists. His unique dual-sport impact places him among the most well-rounded athletes to wear a Wildcat uniform.

THOMAS COLLET

MEN'S TRACK & FIELD | 2007-2010

Thomas Collet, who competed from 2007 to 2010, established himself as a dominant presence in the long jump and now takes his well-earned place in the IWU Hall of Honor. Collet claimed national recognition with his NAIA Long Jump Championship in 2010, a crowning moment in a career filled with highlights. He earned three NAIA All-American awards and played a key role in helping IWU secure three Crossroads League Outdoor Team Championships. His record-setting leap of 7.61 meters (24 feet, 11.75 inches) remains the program record at the time of his induction. With eight NCCAA All-American honors, Collet’s steady progression and technical mastery elevated both his personal results and the program’s reputation on the national stage.

REBEKAH ECKHARDT (PERDUE)

WOMEN'S TRACK & FIELD | 2004-2007

Rebekah Eckhardt (Perdue), a pillar of consistency for IWU Women's Track & Field from 2004 to 2007, earns Hall of Honor distinction for her exceptional accomplishments in the high jump. She reached the summit of her event in 2004, capturing the NAIA National Championship with a jump of 1.70 meters (5 feet, 7 inches). A two-time NAIA All-American and two-time NCCAA National Champion, Eckhardt blended precision and poise in her performances. Her four-time NCCAA All-American distinction and contributions to three MCC Championship teams underscored her importance as both a scorer and a stabilizing presence. Eckhardt's legacy continues to inspire through her balance of competitive excellence and unwavering focus.

WHITNEY HOSKINS (GREEN)

WOMEN'S SOCCER | 1995-1998

Whitney Hoskins (Green), a record-setting forward for IWU Women’s Soccer from 1995 to 1998, earns a spot in the IWU Hall of Honor for her historic scoring feats and leadership. Hoskins powered the Wildcats to the 1997 NCCAA National Championship, delivering an unmatched 37-goal, 103-point campaign—both IWU single-season records at the time. Her career total of 248 points made her the program’s all-time scoring leader upon graduation. In 1998, she was honored as the NCCAA Michelle Akers Player of the Year, following her Tournament MVP performance the year prior. A two-time NCCAA All-American, Hoskins helped guide the team to two MCC Regular Season titles. Her explosive ability in front of goal and fierce determination remain defining traits of her remarkable legacy.

MILLIE TROYER (JACOBS)

LIFELONG SUPPORTER | 1929-2019

Mildred “Millie” Troyer (Jacobs) is remembered as one of the most spirited and influential supporters in Indiana Wesleyan University’s athletic and alumni history, earning her a distinguished place in the IWU Hall of Honor. A proud graduate of Marion College in 1948, Millie was the standard of consistent support for IWU Athletics throughout her life. Her deep passion for the university transcended generations, culminating in her trailblazing appointment as the first female Athletic Director at Marion College. Millie also served as the first woman to lead the Alumni Association as both President and Executive Director. In recognition of her decades of service, IWU named Troyer Fieldhouse in her honor in 2011. She was the recipient of numerous university accolades, including the Distinguished Alumna Award (1972), Alumni Appreciation Award (1986), Presidential Award (1990), Athletic Director’s Award (2005), and Presidential Citation (2009). Millie passed away in 2019, but her generous heart, contagious joy, and deep faith will never be forgotten.

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