Officials Bob Gidari and Justin Kuo Honored Nationally

Bob Gidari (Goffstown NH) and Justin Kuo (Brookline MA / Mass Track & Field Officials) were named as two of only five 2026 inductees for the USATF National Officials Hall of Fame.  Both are also current members of the USATF New England Board of Governors. 

While most Halls of Fame require being retired from an area of involvement, officials are recognized for career long achievements (and may still be officiating for many more years).  Criteria for nomination include, among other activities,
- serving as a competition official for a minimum of 20 years and working at multiple levels of competition from youth through international
- exhibiting leadership and acting as a mentor to younger officials. and
- having been selected as a head official, coordinator, or administrator at national or international events

They join New England association officials Ken Caouette, Laurie Boemker, and Pat Lavelle in the Officials Hall of Fame.  

Formal induction will be held at the USATF Annual Meeting in December.