Hall of Fame volunteer Vaudell Sosebee was the surprise recipient of the first Annie Dean Samples Spirit Award on Friday night.

Here’s a look at the Spirit Award, which was designed by Charles Samples, husband of Annie Dean Samples.

Another new item for this year was the first ever Inductee Artwork, done by Bill Rankin. It honors all five inductees for 2010. Copies were presented to all five inductees, and were also made available at the GRHOF souvenier stand the night of the banquet. For more information on purchasing a copy, send an email to raceinfoga@gmail.com.

Ann Edwards accepts the Hall of Fame medallion in honor of her late husband, motorcycle racer Ted Edwards.

Ernie Elliott smiles for the camera after receiving his medallion from Brittany McCoy.