Latch mechanism for locker

A storage unit providing a storage space, the storage unit comprising:

• a base defining at least part of the storage space;
• a panel coupled to the base and movable between an open position and a closed position, the second position enclosing the storage space defined by the base, the panel including at least one projection extending to the storage space;
• a retaining member coupled to the panel and including a first major surface disposed adjacent the panel, a second major surface opposite the first major surface, and at least one slot configured to receive the at least one projection so that the at least one projection engages the retaining member;
• a handle coupled to the retaining member through the panel and configured for translating movement parallel to the panel;
• wherein the retaining member is configured for diagonal movement parallel to the first major surface and between an extended position and a retracted position;
• wherein the retaining member is configured to engage the base when in the extended position to retain the panel in the closed position;
• wherein the retaining member is configured to disengage the base when in the retracted position so that the panel is movable between the open and closed positions.