Chakey named finalist for Unsung Hero Award

Penn State senior James Chakey was named a finalist for the Yeardley Reynolds Love Unsung Hero Award, presented by the One Love Foundation, announced on Monday.

Chakey is part of a group of 10 men’s and women’s lacrosse student-athletes from around the nation to be selected as a candidate.

The defender serves on the Nittany Lions’ leadership council and is involved in Penn State’s Student-Athlete Advisory Board. Chakey was also awarded Penn State’s Big Ten Sportsmanship Award.

The Unsung Hero Award recognizes the accomplishments of two lacrosse student-athletes (one female, one male) who demonstrate dedication, integrity, humility, hard work, community service, leadership, kindness and sportsmanship.

The award winners will be announced May 25.

This story was originally published May 16, 2016 at 10:03 PM with the headline "Chakey named finalist for Unsung Hero Award."