Sept. 12, 2007

The 2007 American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team® was released today and Wayne State senior linebacker Alan Guy (Rochester Hills, Mich./Rochester Adams) was honored, marking the first time a WSU football player has earned Good Works honors.

The two 11-man teams, a Division I-A team and a combined team from NCAA Football Championship Subdivision, Divisions II, III and the NAIA, honor players for their dedication and commitment to community service. The AFCA has been selecting the Good Works Team since 1997. From 1992-1996, the Good Works Team was chosen by the College Football Association. When the CFA disbanded in 1997, the AFCA began selecting the teams.

"It never ceases to amaze me to see the contributions student-athletes make to their communities," AFCA Executive Director Grant Teaff said. "Often times, these young men are better known for the good things they do on the field. The AFCA is proud to recognize these student-athletes for the good things they do in their communities."

Criteria: Nominations were submitted to the AFCA by the college sports information departments. Nominees have to be actively involved and committed to working with a charitable organization, service group or involved in other community service activities. Candidates have to display sincere concern and reliability, while also having made a favorable impression on the organizations with which they are involved. Athletic ability is not a criteria.

Alan Guy's Good Works bio: Participated in the Wayne State Walk for Women's Health and Expo the past three years ... Helped clean streets and neighborhoods in Detroit for two years ... Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity ... Has participated in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life since 2004 ... Helped serve meals at St. Leo's and St. Aloysius soup kitchens around Detroit ... Volunteer during Super Bowl XL in Detroit ... Member of the leadership committee for the football team.