CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Kyle Anderson of the Harvard men's lacrosse team was named a finalist for the 2021 Yeardley Reynolds Love Unsung Hero Award.
 
Anderson was named one of five finalists for the award in Division I men's lacrosse. This award is given by the One Love Foundation and recognizes the accomplishments of men's and women's collegiate lacrosse players from Divisions I, II and III who demonstrate dedication, integrity, humility, hard work, community service, leadership, kindness and sportsmanship - all qualities Yeardley Love exemplified throughout her life. The One Love Foundation educates young people about healthy and unhealthy relationships, empowering them to identify and avoid abuse and learn how to love better.

Anderson, the first three-time captain in the history of the program, has been a top-three scorer for the Crimson throughout his career. Off the field, he has overcome and persevered through numerous injuries, including multiple ACL tears. Additionally, Anderson had to take a leave of absence to battle a serious illness. Anderson still returned as a starter and top-scorer when he competed again for the Crimson. Upon graduation, Anderson has secured a job in medical device/joint sales, using his own experiences to help others.

Anderson has been a leader for the program in community service initiatives as well. He has been consistently devoted to serving Harlem Lacrosse of Boston and Team Impact, as well as volunteering at the McKay School, for the past four years. Showing endless dedication to these initiatives, Anderson exemplifies the qualities recognized in the Unsung Hero Award.
 
The award honors the actions of student-athletes who help their teams achieve success in ways that may not be measured in goals, saves or groundballs, placing value on kindness and generosity. The award recognizes student-athletes who make a significant contribution to their team, while also bringing joy to teammates. Recipients exhibit leadership as a positive role model and are involved in community service, and are awarded a sum of money from the One Love Foundation to be given to their favorite charity.
 
Learn more about the award and the One Love Foundation. Six YRL Unsung Hero Award winners across collegiate lacrosse will be announced in late May.