Chisholm fifth player to win Dayton football MVP award multiple times
Dec. 12—Jake Chisholm was named White-Allen MVP of the Dayton Flyers football team at the program's annual awards banquet Sunday at the Kennedy Union Ballroom.
Chisholm, a fifth-year senior running back and co-captain, won the award for the second straight season. He's the fifth player to win the award multiple times. The others are: Jim Overman (1962-63); Steve Keller (1991-92); Kevin Johns (1996-97); and Steve Valentino (2009-10).
Chisholm finished his career as UD's all-time record holder in all-purpose yardage (5,063 yards). He ranks second in career touchdowns (47) and third in career rushing (3,276 yards).
Here's a glance at the other awards handed out:
—Beno Keiter 4-Year: Cornerback Elijah Smith.
—Chief Toscani Hitter: Linebacker Ben Schmiesing.
—Emil Karis Leadership: Wide receiver Derek Willits.
—Stan Kurdziel Lineman: Offensive lineman Brian Stevens.
—A.J. Cohen Flyer of the Year: Defensive tackle Drew Robertson.
—ROTC Cannonball Newcomer: Wide receiver Brian Dolby.
—Most Improved: Safety Cole Hildebrand.
—John L. Macbeth Scholar-Athlete: H-back Cade Beam and defensive end Mason Henry.
—Scout Offensive: Wide receiver Dominic Vrbanic.
—Scout Defensive: Defensive tackle Nate Hess.
—Lt. Andy Zulli Character: Quarterback Ryan VanSchelven.