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Cropper honored by Good Works Team®
7/22/2022 12:15:00 PM | Football
Jalen Cropper is a 2022 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team® nominee
NORTHBROOK, Ill. - Allstate and the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) announced this week the nominees for the 2022 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team®. The nominees are 114 student-athletes with exemplary community service, academic dedication and impact on and off the field. Fresno State senior wide receiver Jalen Cropper was represented on the list.
"For 31 years, the Good Works Team has recognized the inspirational work of thousands of young men off the football field," said Troy Hawkes, executive vice president and general manager, Allstate Sales and Distribution. "Allstate and AFCA celebrate these athletes as an example for how each of us can be true champions. Their selflessness makes the sport and communities across the country that much better."
Cropper, a native to the Central Valley, has stepped up as a representative of his community and giving back to the people who support him each day. Cropper has found ways to be an active member of the Central Valley communities, especially his hometown of Parlier, Calif. Ranging from food distribution to hosting a free youth camp, Cropper has put an emphasis on giving back while he can.
"Being able to give back to the community I come from is one of the many dreams I have had, alongside the dream of playing in the NFL," Cropper said on his community service efforts. "Getting the opportunity to use my platform and give back has been something I have always wanted to do. My personality has always been about wanting to help out."
While also being out in the community, Cropper excells on the football field. The senior wide receiver has been named to the 2022 Biletnikoff Award watch list, honoring the nation's top receivers. He was also a preseason All-Mountain West selection, a first team preseason all-conference selection by Phil Steele and Athlon Sports, and a preseason All-American by Athlon Sports.
A Panel Chooses the Team
The final 22-member team and honorary coach are selected by a voting panel of former Allstate AFCA Good Works Team members and journalists. They look for exceptional leadership on and off the football field.
In addition to Tebow and Hawkes, the 2022 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team selection panel members are: Zaid Abdul-Aleem (Duke, 1994 team); Matt Stinchcomb (Georgia, 1997, 1998); Brian Brenberg (St. Thomas, 2001); Mike Proman (Amherst, 2002); Wes Counts (Middle Tennessee State, 1999); media members Kirk Herbstreit (ESPN); Blair Kerkhoff (Kansas City Star); and Paul Myerberg (USA Today); 2022 AFCA President and University of Wyoming head coach Craig Bohl and current Athletic Director at Virginia Union University Joe Taylor.
Fans Pick the Captain
After the final team members are announced in September, fans can vote for this year's Allstate AFCA Good Works Team captain through the official page on ESPN.com. Fans can join the conversation on social media with #GoodWorksTeam throughout the season.
"These players embody the best of what college football stands for: character, selflessness and the willingness to serve and give to others," AFCA Executive Director Todd Berry said. "The AFCA proudly stands alongside Allstate and each of these players' families and communities to applaud their inspirational work off the field."
Nomination Criteria
Established in 1992, the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team is one of the most coveted community service awards in college football. From the 114 nominees, the final roster of 23 award recipients will bring together 11 players from the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision; 11 players from the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision, Divisions II, III and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA); and one honorary head coach. To be considered for a spot on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, each player must be actively involved with a charitable organization or service group while maintaining strong academic standing.
"Fresno State Athletics - For The V: The Central Valley" - Bulldog student-athletes, coaches, and staff proudly wear the "Green V" to show their pride in representing the Central Valley. Stories of why the Bulldogs play for the "Green V" will be shared throughout the next year with #ForTheV. To become a Bulldog Foundation member or join "The Green V Society," please visit bulldogfoundation.org.
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"For 31 years, the Good Works Team has recognized the inspirational work of thousands of young men off the football field," said Troy Hawkes, executive vice president and general manager, Allstate Sales and Distribution. "Allstate and AFCA celebrate these athletes as an example for how each of us can be true champions. Their selflessness makes the sport and communities across the country that much better."
Cropper, a native to the Central Valley, has stepped up as a representative of his community and giving back to the people who support him each day. Cropper has found ways to be an active member of the Central Valley communities, especially his hometown of Parlier, Calif. Ranging from food distribution to hosting a free youth camp, Cropper has put an emphasis on giving back while he can.
"Being able to give back to the community I come from is one of the many dreams I have had, alongside the dream of playing in the NFL," Cropper said on his community service efforts. "Getting the opportunity to use my platform and give back has been something I have always wanted to do. My personality has always been about wanting to help out."
"I made the right choice to stay home."
— Alec Nolan (@AlecABC30) July 11, 2022
Hundreds of aspiring football players learning from some of the Bulldogs' best this weekend. @FresnoStateFB star wideout @jcropper_5 tells us why it's a "dream come true" to hold a free youth football camp for kids across the Valley. pic.twitter.com/z2Izszlara
While also being out in the community, Cropper excells on the football field. The senior wide receiver has been named to the 2022 Biletnikoff Award watch list, honoring the nation's top receivers. He was also a preseason All-Mountain West selection, a first team preseason all-conference selection by Phil Steele and Athlon Sports, and a preseason All-American by Athlon Sports.
A Panel Chooses the Team
The final 22-member team and honorary coach are selected by a voting panel of former Allstate AFCA Good Works Team members and journalists. They look for exceptional leadership on and off the football field.
In addition to Tebow and Hawkes, the 2022 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team selection panel members are: Zaid Abdul-Aleem (Duke, 1994 team); Matt Stinchcomb (Georgia, 1997, 1998); Brian Brenberg (St. Thomas, 2001); Mike Proman (Amherst, 2002); Wes Counts (Middle Tennessee State, 1999); media members Kirk Herbstreit (ESPN); Blair Kerkhoff (Kansas City Star); and Paul Myerberg (USA Today); 2022 AFCA President and University of Wyoming head coach Craig Bohl and current Athletic Director at Virginia Union University Joe Taylor.
Fans Pick the Captain
After the final team members are announced in September, fans can vote for this year's Allstate AFCA Good Works Team captain through the official page on ESPN.com. Fans can join the conversation on social media with #GoodWorksTeam throughout the season.
"These players embody the best of what college football stands for: character, selflessness and the willingness to serve and give to others," AFCA Executive Director Todd Berry said. "The AFCA proudly stands alongside Allstate and each of these players' families and communities to applaud their inspirational work off the field."
Nomination Criteria
Established in 1992, the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team is one of the most coveted community service awards in college football. From the 114 nominees, the final roster of 23 award recipients will bring together 11 players from the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision; 11 players from the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision, Divisions II, III and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA); and one honorary head coach. To be considered for a spot on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, each player must be actively involved with a charitable organization or service group while maintaining strong academic standing.
"Fresno State Athletics - For The V: The Central Valley" - Bulldog student-athletes, coaches, and staff proudly wear the "Green V" to show their pride in representing the Central Valley. Stories of why the Bulldogs play for the "Green V" will be shared throughout the next year with #ForTheV. To become a Bulldog Foundation member or join "The Green V Society," please visit bulldogfoundation.org.
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