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Walker an AFCA Good Works Team Nominee
July 17, 2018 | Football
BC return specialist among 169 nominees for community service honor.
NORTHBROOK, Ill. – Boston College senior Michael Walker has been nominated for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team for distinguished accomplishments off the field. The Allstate Insurance Company and the American Football Coaches Association announced 169 total nominations on Tuesday afternoon.
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The AFCA Good Works Team represents student-athletes who not only demonstrate a unique dedication to community service and desire to make a positive impact on the lives around them, but they also show tremendous perseverance as well as the ability to overcome personal struggles and come out victorious against all odds.
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Walker, a wide receiver and return specialist, was a standout on the field for the Eagles in 2017 as he earned All-ACC third team. He led the nation with 1,203 combined kickoff return and punt return yards. In his career, Walker has hauled in 54 receptions for 629 yards and five touchdowns.
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The final roster of 22 award recipients and honorary head coach will be unveiled in September.
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The AFCA Good Works Team represents student-athletes who not only demonstrate a unique dedication to community service and desire to make a positive impact on the lives around them, but they also show tremendous perseverance as well as the ability to overcome personal struggles and come out victorious against all odds.
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Walker, a wide receiver and return specialist, was a standout on the field for the Eagles in 2017 as he earned All-ACC third team. He led the nation with 1,203 combined kickoff return and punt return yards. In his career, Walker has hauled in 54 receptions for 629 yards and five touchdowns.
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The final roster of 22 award recipients and honorary head coach will be unveiled in September.
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