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Cooperstown junior Parker McManus nominated for Heart of a Giant Award

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

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Parker McManus, a junior at Cooperstown and a player for the Hawkeyes, has been nominated for the Heart of a Giant Award presented by Hospital for Special Surgery and the New York Giants. The nomination recognizes McManus for his commitment, teamwork, character, and dedication, as highlighted by his overcoming significant health challenges, including Chiari malformation and multiple surgeries. He has been a varsity football starter since his freshman year, setting records and excelling in academics and community service. Voting for the award ends on October 11, with finalists receiving grants for their school's football program.

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•Parker McManus plays wide receiver and defensive back for Cooperstown Hawkeyes.
•He has a history of significant health challenges, including brain surgery.
•McManus set a single-game receptions record during his sophomore season.
•Voting for the award ends on October 11, 2026.
•Finalists receive a $1,000 equipment grant; the grand prize winner earns $9,000.

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A Cooperstown junior has been nominated to receive a national football award. Parker McManus, a wide receiver and defensive back for the Hawkeyes, won the nomination from USA Football for the Heart of a Giant Award. The award is presented by Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and the New York Giants. Players were “nominated for the award by their coaches for their commitment, teamwork, will, ...
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Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 10:33 PM
Cooperstown junior nominated for Heart of a Giant Award
A Cooperstown junior has been nominated to receive a national football award. Parker McManus, a wide receiver and defensive back for the Hawkeyes, won the nomination from USA Football for the Heart of a Giant Award. The award is presented by Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and the New York Giants. Players were “nominated for the award by their coaches for their commitment, teamwork, will, ...

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