Maggie Young: Wingate University Star and SAC Player of the Year, Now Coaching at Tulsa
After a successful career at Wingate University, Maggie Young, the 2023 SAC Player of the Year, will join the University of Tulsa as an assistant coach. During her time at Wingate, Young achieved numerous accolades, including five regular season SAC championships, two conference tournament titles, and an Elite Eight appearance. She also set a school-record .365 hitting percentage and had a standout performance in her final year, finishing fourth in the nation in hitting percentage.
The Big PictureYoung's transition from a highly-decorated player to an assistant coach showcases the trend of former college athletes moving into coaching roles and the impact they have on shaping future athletes.
By the Numbers- Fifth-year career at Wingate University
- Finished fourth in the nation in hitting percentage in 2023 with .415
- Maggie Young joins the University of Tulsa as an assistant coach
- Other Wingate volleyball alumni are coaching at various NCAA institutions
Maggie Young's transition to coaching at the University of Tulsa highlights the influence of former athletes in shaping and inspiring future generations, reflecting a broader trend of athletes moving into coaching roles.
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