FRANKLIN, Tenn., Dec. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mark Ingram of University of Alabama was awarded the 2009 Heisman Trophy in a ceremony held Saturday, Dec. 12 at the Nokia Theater in New York City. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Heisman Memorial Trophy and the fourth year of its partnership with Nissan. During the season, Nissan sponsored the Sports Illustrated Heisman Tour, a 10-stop national tour held at marquee match-ups nationwide. The Heisman Trophy events will culminate with the annual Heisman Memorial Trophy dinner to be held on Monday, Dec. 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. At the black-tie event, Nissan will be raffling a 2010 Nissan Rogue to benefit the Heisman Trust, the Heisman Trophy's charitable organization.
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"Nissan congratulates Ingram on his Heisman Trophy win. His dedication and performance are characteristics that are valued by Nissan, and he deserves this exceptional honor," said Christian Meunier, Vice President, Nissan Marketing, Nissan North America. "Nissan is proud to support the Heisman Trust as it continues to provide opportunities for the youth of our country and amateur athletics. We hope the raffling of the 2010 Nissan Rogue can help raise money for the many charities supported by the Heisman Trust."
During the 10-stop Sports Illustrated Heisman Tour presented by Nissan, fans had the opportunity to meet former Heisman winners and college football legends. As presenting sponsor and the official ambassador of the Heisman Trophy, Nissan brought the Heisman Memorial Trophy to various college football games during the season and also showcased the 290-horsepower 2010 Maxima premium performance sedan, the original "4-door sports car".
"It's been an exciting season interacting with college football fans and helping the Heisman Trophy celebrate its 75th anniversary," said Meunier. "Nissan values the important partnership it's built with Heisman and the opportunity to recognize so many great athletes."
For more information on the Heisman Trophy and Heisman Trust, visit http://www.heisman.com/. For more information on the 2010 Nissan Rogue and other Nissan vehicles, visit http://www.nissanusa.com/.
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In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO2 emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at http://www.nissanusa.com/ and http://www.infinitiusa.com/.
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