Reggie Chaney, the former star forward from the University of Houston passed away on Monday, aged 23.
While the official cause of death still remains unknown, no signs of foul play were suspected according to a report by the Houston Chronicle.
Chaney’s basketball career took shape during his time with the Arkansas Razorbacks, where he spent two seasons from 2018-20 showcasing and mending his skills.
Chaney then spent three remarkable seasons at the University of Houston, and was recognized for his outstanding performance and was awarded the American Athletic Conference’s Sixth Man of the Year title, last season for the cougars.
Despite battling multiple injuries to his hand, knee, and back, Chaney’s relentless commitment to his team allowed him to play in over 100 games, leaving a lasting legacy.
Chaney was known for his defensive prowess on a Houston team that went 33-4 last season with the forward averaging 3.0 points and 2.7 rebounds on 66.25 shooting.
Meanwhile, Chaney was set to join Psychiko B.C, a professional basketball club based in Greece.
The Cougar family Took to X to mourn and ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas expressed his deep sorrow and paid tribute to the late basketball player.
We are heartbroken by the passing of forward Reggie Chaney
#⃣3⃣2⃣ will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him#RIPReggie pic.twitter.com/qzMTNm6GoG
— Houston Men's Hoops 🏀 🐾 (@UHCougarMBK) August 22, 2023
