About the Hall of Fame

Mission & Purpose

• Recognizing alumni, faculty, and community members who have made significant contributions in academics, athletics, arts, service, and beyond.
• Strengthening connections between past and present Saratoga High School students.

History

• Founded in 2007, the Hall of Fame has honored exceptional individuals who have shaped the school’s legacy.
• Past honorees include Olympians, renowned academics, artists, and influential leaders.
  • 2007 Inductees: Sports Hall of Fame
    • Patricia Aduar Miranda (Class of 1997): February 12, 2019 and May 2, 2023 Saratoga Falcon articles
    • Randy Arrilaga (Class of 1979): February 1, 2017 Saratoga Falcon article
    • Carrie Steinseifer (Class of 1986): December 10, 2019 Saratoga Falcon article
  • 2007 Inductees: General Hall of Fame
    • John Boswell (Class of 1978)
    • Dr. Uri Ladabaum (Class of 1983)
    • Ed Solomon (Class of 1976): December 19, 2018 Saratoga Falcon article
  • 2011 Inductees: Sports Hall of Fame
    • Andrew Bosworth (Class of 2000): August 5, 2020 Saratoga Falcon article
    • Brad Hinshaw (Class of 1983): June 20, 2011 The Mercury News article
    • Liz Kelly (Class of 1987): Maryville University Athletics
    • Benny Pierce (Coach from 1959-1984): March 15, 2023 Saratoga Falcon article
    • Anne Ricketts (Class of 1999): Academy of Art University 

Selection Criteria

• Eligibility: Nominees must have attended or contributed significantly to Saratoga High School.
• Categories: Athletics, Academics, Arts, Service, Other Achievements.
• Selection Process: A committee reviews nominations based on merit, impact, and contributions.

Bylaws

• The 2025 SHS Hall of Fame Committee includes Francesca Berger, Alicia de Fuentes, Karen Hyde, Greg Louie, Shelly Shi, Sandhya Suvarna, Tim Taylor, Sarah Xu, and Steven Zhu,  
• Per the Bylaws, committee members can not be nominated
• View the approved bylaws here.