Voting open for Delaware's best female track and field athlete

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Voting open for Delaware's best female track and field athlete
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Voting is now underway to identify Delaware's all-time best female track and field athlete. The list highlights ten candidates who made significant contributions to the sport, including Olympians and national champions. Notable athletes include Juliet Bottorff, a six-time All-American at Duke, and Terri Dendy, a six-time Division I champion who competed in the 1988 Olympics. This initiative is part of a larger celebration showcasing Delaware's top sports figures as the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary. The USA TODAY Network aims to spotlight influential athletes across various sports within the state. Voting details have not yet been revealed, but interest is expected as the community reflects on its athletic history.

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  • •Voting is open to select Delaware's best female track and field athlete
  • •Top candidates include Juliet Bottorff and Terri Dendy
  • •Bottorff won multiple NCAA championships during her career
  • •Dendy represented Team USA at the 1988 Olympics
  • •USA TODAY Network aims to highlight Delaware's sports figures
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