d’Arnaud Brothers Inducted Into Annual Hall of Fame
Travis and Chase d’Arnaud were inducted into the Los Angeles Sportswalk of Fame during an awards luncheon held on the deck of the Battleship Iowa on Monday, October 12, 2026. The annual event recognized athletes and sports figures who have made a lasting impact on their sports and the community.
The brothers were honored for their contributions to baseball. Travis d’Arnaud, born in 1989, is a Major League Baseball catcher who played for teams including the Mets, Dodgers, Braves, and Angels. Chase d’Arnaud, born in 1987, was an infielder who played for the Pirates, Braves, Red Sox, Padres, and Giants before retiring in 2019.
Both brothers are co-owners of a training facility in Long Beach that originally opened as d’Arnaud Athletics in January 2024 and later integrated into the Futures Trading Center.
Honorees Recognized for Diverse Athletic Achievements
The 2026 class of honorees included individuals from track and field, rowing, hockey, and baseball coaching. The group also featured Bob Seaman, John Nunn, Pete Demers, and Tim Ursich.
Posthumous Honor for Track Star Bob Seaman
Bob Seaman was honored posthumously for his career in track and field. He competed for the UCLA Bruins from 1955 to 1957, serving as team captain in 1957. During his collegiate career, he set records in the mile, 880-yard run, and relays. Seaman was inducted into the UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame in 2008.
Olympic Medalist and Coach John Nunn
John Nunn was recognized for his achievements in rowing. He won a bronze medal in the double sculls event at the 1968 Summer Olympics alongside partner Bill Maher. Nunn later coached the 1976 Olympic U.S. rowing team to fifth place.
Longtime Kings Fan Pete Demers
Pete Demers was honored for his dedication to hockey. He served with the L.A. Kings for 37 years, maintaining a streak of 2,632 consecutive regular season games attended without missing one. His attendance streak began in 1969 and continued through the 2005-06 season.
Baseball Coaching Legacy of Tim Ursich
Tim Ursich received the Trani Award for coaching baseball. He wrote the memoir “The Boys of ’62,” which chronicled the 1962 San Pedro Little League Champions who won the Western Boys Baseball Association Little League World Series title.
Community Impact and Future Recognition
The event raises thousands of dollars each year for high school athletes. In addition to the luncheon honors, the organization installs plaques throughout San Pedro in honor of each recipient, ensuring their contributions remain visible to the public.