NAU ROUNDUP: Eric Heins becomes 8th NAU Inductee into Big Sky Conference Hall of Fame

Legendary Northern Arizona University director of track & field and cross country Eric Heins will be among eight inductees into the 2026 Big Sky Hall of Fame Class on Saturday, July 25, in Spokane, Washington. The Big Sky Conference office announced its fifth induction class last week.

This year’s hall of fame class will be inducted during the 2026 Big Sky Football Kickoff Weekend at the Northern Quest Resort & Casino in Spokane. Tickets for the hall of fame ceremony, which have sold out the past three years, can be purchased at BigSkyConf.com/HOF. Each ticket is $85, plus fees, and includes admission to the gala, a commemorative poster and a meal.