The London Knights plan to induct six former players into the team's newly created Hall of Fame next week.
Named in honour of the Knights' longtime trainer, who passed away in June 2017, the Don Brankley London Knights Hall of Fame will recognize outstanding alumni for their contributions during their time with the team.
Walt McKechnie (1965-1967), Dennis Maruk (1972-1975), Dave Lowry (1982-1985), Tim Taylor (1986-1989), Chris Taylor (1988-1992), and Rob Schremp (2003-2006) have been named to the inaugural class.
“We are incredibly proud to have created this opportunity to recognize those who have achieved outstanding accomplishments during their career in London,” said Mark Hunter, general manager of the London Knights. “We are very proud to have Walt, Dennis, Dave, Tim, Chris, and Rob as members in the inaugural class. All achieved great feats in London during their junior careers.”
Brankley, or “Branks” as he was affectionately known, joined the Knights in 1970 and was a member of the training staff for 38 years. He retired in 2008.
“We are also honoured to be able to remember Don Brankley with this initiative,” added Hunter. “Don was a key member in each of these players’ careers and was instrumental to their success.”
The first six inductees will be honoured at a special ceremony prior to the Knights game against the Guelph Storm next Tuesday at Budweiser Gardens. Fans are being asked to take their seats by 7 p.m. for the pregame ceremony.
