Four categories are available. Two of these are amateur and professional. A third is meritorious service, which covers persons who are not active participants in the game itself, such as volunteer officials, supporters, sportscasters, sportswriters, coaches, etc. The fourth category is lifetime achievement and honors professionals that have gone above and beyond and made outstanding contributions and given exceptional service to the community.  Nominations must be made by the general public and are received year-round.

The Hall of Fame Committee reviews nominations and selections are presented to the Authority Board for secret ballot vote. A unanimous vote of the entire Board is required for induction. A vote against any nominee will require a written explanation.  This procedure is designed to insure confidentially and fairness to all nominees.  An annual minimum of three inductees has been established.

 The Sports Hall of Fame Fund finances the annual program to be held in February. Funds for the annual program are generated through income from the Table Sponsor Program. Plaques will be presented to inductees and names will be inscribed on the permanent plaque housed at the Recreation Authority Headquarters. The Hall of Fame record book will reside at the Authority office.

1. Must have gained state or national recognition through athletic abilities if being considered under the (A) amateur, or (B) professional categories.

2. Must have offered, or still offering, unselfish service to the community and its individuals if being considered under the (C) meritorious service category and (D) lifetime achievement.

3. Must be a credit to himself/herself, and his/her community, of an acceptable moral character. It is felt that a deserving candidate should generate respect through his/her actions and beliefs, and should, through his/her actions, be an example for our young people.

4. To be eligible, an individual must be a native of Rome and Floyd County, or to have been a resident at the time of his/her accomplishments.

5. Self-nominations will not be accepted.

6.  Nominees must go through one-year vetting period before eligible induction into the Rome/Floyd Sports Hall of Fame.

7. Nominees must undergo a background screen.

8.  Nominees will remain on the Active List for five years of eligibility (6 years total counting vetting period).

1. Receive nominations throughout each year.
2. Committee presents candidates for Board vote by Fall Meeting for coming years induction.
3. Invitations out by January 15th annually.
4. Induction Program/Banquet in March, annually.