McDonalds announced 700+ nominees as All American Games goes virtual in 2021
Benton, KY – Marshall County High School senior Zion Harmon is among the top basketball talent in the nation nominated for the 44th annual McDonald’s All American Games teams. Harmon was nominated as one of more than 700 top girls and boys high school seniors from across the country.
“It is wonderful to see such outstanding local talent recognized nationally,” said Michael Love, local McDonald’s Owner/Operator. “We are thrilled that Zion is representing the Benton community as a nominee for the 2021 McDonald’s All American Games final roster.”
The Love Family owns and operates 10 McDonald’s restaurants throughout the Tri-State area, including the location in Benton, KY.
This year’s talent is spread coast-to-coast, with nominees representing 44 states and the District of Columbia. High school players from Texas received the most nominations (87), followed by Florida (58) and California (57). Alumni of the nation’s premier high school basketball showcase include Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Zion Williamson, Maya Moore, Candace Parker, A’ja Wilson and many more.
In keeping with the storied tradition, the final team roster of 48 players will be named later this month. But, much like the senior year seasons of these athletes, commemorating these players will look different this year due to COVID-19. McDonald’s made the difficult decision to forego in-person Games after consulting with health and safety experts and will honor the 2021 class through a virtual celebration. This decision was made in the interest of protecting the health and safety of student athletes, their families and event staff. However, being named a McDonald’s All American is about so much more than the game; it is a once in a lifetime achievement for high school seniors.
McDonald’s is committed to giving the incredible student-athletes who are named to the final team the recognition they deserve for their accomplishments and dedication to the game of basketball. Despite the state of the 2021 Games, they are legends and will be All Americans for life. Details of the virtual celebration will be shared soon. A complete list of 2021 McDonald’s All American Games Nominees is available at mcdaag.com.