EUGENE, Ore. – The University of Oregon Athletics Hall of Fame is set to welcome a distinguished class of inductees in 2025, featuring one of the most iconic figures in recent college football history alongside other celebrated athletes and a dominant championship-winning dynasty. Announced on Monday, June 9, the 2025 class comprises five exceptional individual athletes and recognition for four seasons of unparalleled team success.
A Heisman Legacy Enshrined: Marcus Mariota
Headlining the 2025 induction class is former Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota. A transformative player for the Oregon football program, Mariota captured the Heisman Trophy in 2014, becoming the first player in university history to earn college football’s most prestigious award. His tenure under center was marked by prolific offensive output, dynamic playmaking, and leading the Ducks to national prominence, including an appearance in the inaugural College Football Playoff National Championship Game. His induction into the Hall of Fame recognizes his profound impact on the university’s athletic legacy and his status as one of its most revered figures.
Pillars of Excellence: Other Individual Honorees
Joining Mariota are four other athletes who achieved remarkable success across different sports, contributing significantly to Oregon’s reputation for athletic excellence. Among them is former starting center Hroniss Grasu, a key offensive lineman who anchored the formidable units that Mariota led. Grasu’s inclusion underscores the importance of line play in the Ducks’ success during that era.
The class also honors multi-sport standout Jenna Prandini. A dominant force in women’s track and field, Prandini earned three national championships during her time at Oregon, showcasing her versatility and speed across various disciplines. Her contributions were integral to the Ducks’ national championship runs.
Men’s javelin thrower Sam Crouser is also set for induction. Crouser’s performances in the field events brought significant recognition to the Oregon track and field program beyond the track, highlighting the depth of talent within the university’s athletic department.
Rounding out the individual athlete inductees is Janie Reed (née Takeda). A star centerfielder for the Oregon softball team, Reed’s collegiate career was marked by outstanding defense and offensive production. Her legacy extends beyond college, as she went on to become an Olympic medalist, further cementing her status among the university’s elite athletes.
Dynastic Recognition: Women’s Track and Field
In addition to the individual honorees, the 2025 class recognizes the extraordinary achievement of the University of Oregon’s women’s indoor track and field teams from the 2011 through the 2014 seasons. This induction completes the recognition of the Ducks’ incredible run of five consecutive national championships in indoor track and field, spanning the 2010 to 2014 seasons. Honoring the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 squads collectively acknowledges an era of unprecedented dominance in collegiate athletics, solidifying their place in Oregon’s storied history.
Director’s Praise and Program Impact
Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens lauded the incoming class, describing them as “truly exceptional.” This sentiment reflects the caliber of the inductees, who represent a period of significant achievement and national prominence across multiple sports programs at the University of Oregon. Their legacies continue to inspire current and future generations of Ducks athletes. The Hall of Fame serves as a permanent tribute to those who have reached the pinnacle of collegiate athletics while representing the university.
The Induction Ceremony
The formal induction ceremony for the 2025 class is scheduled to take place during a marquee event on the university’s athletic calendar. The honorees will be celebrated during the Oregon football game against USC on Saturday, November 22. This prominent setting ensures that the induction of these legends will be witnessed and celebrated by the Oregon faithful, connecting past achievements with the present-day excitement of Ducks athletics.
The 2025 Oregon Athletics Hall of Fame class represents a confluence of individual brilliance and team dominance, permanently etching the names of Marcus Mariota, Hroniss Grasu, Jenna Prandini, Sam Crouser, Janie Reed, and the powerhouse women’s indoor track teams into the annals of university history.
