The High School Football Rudy Awards 12 finalists announced

Kenny Dailey
5-7, 200, junior
Bend (Ore.) Lava Bears
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Dailey was nominated by his coach Craig Walker. Like so many families who have been effected by the current financial climate, Dailey's family has been facing challenging times. "Kenny first came to Bend High as a kid with a lot of life experience. However, these experiences were not typical to the average student. Before Kenny had even entered high school he had to endure more challenges in his personal life than many kids can expect to endure in their entire lives. Homeless, and in and out of trouble are ways that Kenny could have been described, but he obviously had bigger and better dreams for himself and most importantly, was prepared to do what it takes to realize those dreams and achieve his goals. It is not uncommon to have kids come into high school with athletic potential. What makes Kenny special is not just his athletic potential but also his motivation to reach his potential amidst over coming great adversity. Kenny is such an outstanding example of how one's attitude can change your life."