Oregon High School senior Delaney Mahoney has been named one of ten female State Finalists by the prestigious Wendy’s High School Heisman Program. These State Finalists are exceptional student-athletes who embody the Heisman ideals.
While at Oregon High School, Mahoney has been a standout volleyball player, track athlete, a member of the National Honor Society, and many other clubs and organizations. She has also contributed over 200 hours of community service time towards various projects.
Mahoney will proceed to the next round of the Wendy’s High School Heisman Program, in which only one male and one female student will advance to be named State Winners.
For 20 years, the Wendy’s High School Heisman Program has honored the achievements of exceptional students by providing a platform for continued growth and success. This program elevates students and their achievements by ensuring they are recognized for a job well done, making it possible for them to take advantage of new opportunities, and inspiring them to continue achieving their best.
On November 10, 2014, one male and one female finalist from each state will be named State Winners. The 12 National Finalists will then be chosen from the pool of State Winners and will go on to compete for the National Winner title in New York City on December 12. National Finalists will be featured during a televised ceremony on ESPN networks and will receive a gold medal and a $2,000 award for their high schools. One male and one female National Winner will each receive a crystal Wendy’s High School Heisman trophy and a $500 gift card for use at Wendy’s restaurants and Wendy’s will donate an additional $8,000 to each National Winner’s high school. Additionally, the National Winners will be recognized during the collegiate Heisman Trophy announcement on ESPN on Saturday, December 13, at 8 p.m. ET.
