In recognition for an outstanding basketball career, including nine years with the Charlotte Hornets, Tyrone �Muggsy� Bogues was one of five sports legends inducted into the Greater Charlotte Sports Hall of Fame on May 13 at the Charlotte Convention Center.

Known for his diminutive stature but large presence on the court, Bogues enjoyed a 14-year NBA playing career. The Hornets made the 5-3 point guard one of original members of the NBA in Charlotte in 1988 when he was selected in the Expansion Draft.

Bogues came to the region in 1983 when he enrolled at Wake Forest University and completed a four-year career with the Demon Deacons as the ACC's all-time leader in assists and steals (since surpassed).

The Sting named Bogues head coach on August 3, 2005, making him the sixth coach in franchise history.

�It was a tremendous honor for me to be inducted,� he said. �I appreciate the Greater Charlotte Sports Hall of Fame for thinking of me. What can I say? It�s great when people can appreciate the things that you�ve done over the years. You just really have to be thankful for the opportunities that presented themselves to you, the fact you took advantage of them and that people recognize you for what you were able to do.�

Bogues was inducted along with Tommy Helms, an infielder from Charlotte, who played for four teams in his 14-year career in the Major Leagues and was named Rookie of the Year with the Reds in 1966; Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson, who was born in Spring Hope, North Carolina, graduated from Fayetteville High School, attended Woffard College in Spartanburg, South Carolina and played with the Baltimore Colts of the NFL; Clayton Heafner, a seven-time winner on the PGA TOUR who also played on two Ryder Cup teams and finished as runner-up in the 1949 and 1951 U.S. Open; and part owner of the Panthers, John Belk, who was a star basketball player at Davidson College and has always played a key role in attracting collegiate and professional sports to Charlotte, as well as being a former mayor of the City of Charlotte and retired chairman and CEO of Belk, Inc.

�I tell you what, that�s a pretty good group to be associated with,� Bogues said. �With Jerry Richardson, and Mr. Belk, Tommy Helms and Mr. Haefner -- it was a tremendous honor, and I�m just thankful that I was able to accomplish the things I did in my life with people recognizing and appreciating the things I�ve done, so I�m happy about it.�

Bogues was also happy to have his entire family in attendance to help celebrate his induction.

�My family is a part of just about every aspect of my life and the things that I�ve done,� he said. �They�ve been very supportive over the years. It meant a lot for them to be able to share in that moment.�

It wasn�t just Bogues� family that was there to take part in this special day. Former teammate and friend Dell Curry was also there to recognize Bogues for all he has accomplished.

�Dell and I have a relationship that goes way back, professionally, as well as personally,� he said. �Our family has grown together, as well, and ironically we�re still here today together as teammates with the Bobcats (Curry is the Bobcats director of player programs). It�s a good feeling knowing you have friends and family that appreciate and are supportive of the things you do.�

Bogues is also excited that the Greater Charlotte Sports Hall of Fame will be housed in Charlotte Bobcats Arena.

�It�s great! I can bring the kids and my grandkids -- everybody down to see the display,� he laughed. �I�m looking forward to it. It�s a humbling thing I couldn�t be happier about.�