The 2008 North Carolina Barbell Hall of Fame induction ceremony was held Saturday November 15 at Southern Vance High School in Henderson, North Carolina. Five individuals were inducted for their extraordinary contribution to North Carolina Strength Sports.

The ceremony started with Marge Torrez introducing her husband Mario Torrez as the 37th inductee to the NCBHOF. Mario had an outstanding powerlifting career that began in 1962 and lasted through 2006.

The 38th inductee introduced by William Hawkins was James Perry. James was an outstanding powerlifter, strongman and all around athlete.

The 39th inductee introduced by Rob Wess was Bill Schmidt. Bill began his powerlifting career in 1978 and is presently an outstanding Master powerlifter. He has been a National and World champion many times.

The 40th inductee introduced by Jim Shoaf was Danny McMillan. Danny was a multi World Record holder in the bench press and won many National and World championships over his long career.

The 41st inductee introduced by Walter Ferguson was VerLinda McMillan. VerLinda served as scorer and / or referee at over 200 powerlifting events.

Other NC Barbell Hall of Famers in attendance included Lewis Brodie, Ed Brooks, Walter Ferguson, Willaim Hawkins, Michael Neal, Keith Payne and Jim Shoaf.