Baton Rouge is among the finalists to become the permanent home of the National High School Football Hall of Fame. It would honor the best high school players, coaches, teams and contributors and would preserve high school football history through exhibits and memorabilia.
Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser nominated Baton Rouge.
“With all of the great athletes that come out of Louisiana, it’s perfect position to go in Baton Rouge,” Nungesser said.
The other finalists are Pittsburgh, Steubenville, Ohio; and Valdosta, Georgia – none of which, according to Nungesser, could compete with Baton Rouge.
“None of them have what we have to offer here in Louisiana with football, food, fun and knowing how to put on festivities,” Nungesser noted.
Nungesser says landing the National High School Football Hall of Fame would be a huge win for Baton Rouge and Louisiana.
“That will be just another feather in our cap in promoting tourism and hosting special events year after year,” Nungesser affirmed.
An official announcement could be made later this month or in November.
