Reggie Chaney, a member of the America College Basketball community, has died. He was 23 years old when he died. According to several sources, the cause of his death remains unknown, with no official confirmation. We strongly advise our readers not to believe any false rumors.
He was a skilled player who spent two seasons with the Arkansas Razorbacks before transferring to UH. He went on to play three seasons for the Cougars and was a part of their 2021 Final Four run. His last game was in the NCAA Tournament. Continue reading to learn more about his demise.
What Happened to Reggie Chaney?
There was little information released concerning his death. At the time of his death, he was 23 years old. His relatives and friends are not sharing any statements with the media. The public is still waiting for more information and details concerning his untimely death.
He was supposed to join the AE Psychiko, a professional basketball team in Greece. Chaney spent two seasons with the Arkansas Razorbacks before transferring to the University of Houston, where he spent three seasons.
This was his final season with the Cougars, and he was selected as the American Athletic Conference’s Sixth Man of the Year. Chaney, a Tulsa, Oklahoma native, was a member of the 2021 University of Houston team that advanced to the NCAA Final Four.
“I’ve always said, ‘Reggie, you’re my security blanket,'” says Reggie. According to KHOU-11, Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson remarked about Chaney in March.
Some days when it’s hot, I may not need you, but if there’s a little bit of a chill in the air, it’s good to know I’ve got that blanket there.
Former UH basketball forward Reggie Chaney has died, @KHOU 11 News has learned.
Head coach Kelvin Sampson called Reggie "his security blanket" this past March after Chaney was named conference's Sixth Man of Year.
Chaney was just 23. No other info at this time. pic.twitter.com/WV6f4hPX7X
— Jason Bristol (@JBristolKHOU) August 22, 2023
Chaney played in over 100 games for the University of Houston despite having hand, knee, and back ailments.
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Justin Gorham, a former Houston Rockets player, posted on X, formerly known as Twitter-
Two words that describe Reggie “Always Dependable” No matter the situation yk Reg gonna give his 110%. Glad I got the chance to lace em up with him, without Reg we don’t accomplish half the things we did. Rest easy brother LOVE.
Two words that describe Reggie “Always Dependable”. No matter the situation yk Reg gonna give his 110%. Glad I got the chance to lace em up with him, without Reg we don’t accomplish half the things we did. Rest easy brother LOVE ❤️👼🏽
— Justin Gorham (@JustinG4_) August 21, 2023
Members of the University of Arkansas athletic community reacted to the news as well. Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman told WholeHogSports that “The Razorback men’s basketball program is devastated to hear of the loss of Reggie Chaney.”
Musselman said-
“He was a relentless worker and loved by his coaches and teammates. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.”
Mason Jones, a former Razorbacks player, also paid respect to Chaney on X. He wrote-
Pls give Reggie his flowers … if only y’all knew what he was really going through .. just a kid from Tulsa .. going to miss you brotha fr .. real life brotha, roommate and one of the realest guys you will ever meet !
Pls give Reggie his flowers … if only y’all knew what he was really going through .. just a kid from Tulsa .. going to miss you brotha fr .. real life brotha , roommate and one of the realest guys you will ever meet !
— Mase (@masonjones2) August 21, 2023
He died suddenly when he was 23 years old. His family continues to mourn his untimely death. We request our readers not to spread false rumors because they harm people’s reputations. Visit us at Leedaily.com regularly to read up on the latest news and articles.
