The Stoughton High Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026 celebrates another impressive group of former Black Knights athletes and coaches who made a lasting impact on Stoughton High athletics. The Hall of Fame recognizes and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of student-athletes who excelled for Black Knights sports teams while at SHS, as well as the coaches who led those teams and helped build the proud tradition of Stoughton sports. This year’s induction class includes Greg Burke, who was honored as a head coach in football; Joe Powers, a member of the Class of 1971 who competed in football, hockey, and baseball; Sarah Zaslaw, a Class of 2000 standout in basketball and softball; Jade Paul, a Class of 2012 athlete who competed in cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track; and Shawn Leonard, a Class of 2005 graduate who competed in football, basketball, and track. The induction ceremony honored their achievements, dedication, leadership, and contributions to Stoughton High School athletics. SHS boys hockey coach Dan Mark, a Stoughton High Athletic Hall of Fame inductee and Hall of Fame committee member, organized the evening and presented each inductee with their plaque. The Stoughton High Athletic Hall of Fame continues to highlight the history of Black Knights athletics by recognizing athletes and coaches whose performances, commitment, and influence helped shape the school’s athletic legacy. The Class of 2026 reflects the depth and variety of that tradition, with honorees representing football, hockey, baseball, basketball, softball, cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track. Their induction serves as a reminder of the pride, excellence, and community spirit that have long been associated with Stoughton High School sports and the Black Knights athletic program. The ceremony also brought together family, friends, coaches, former teammates, and community members to celebrate their accomplishments.