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 Picture

Young'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
State of Play
  • Maggie Young joins the University of Tulsa as an assistant coach
  • Other Wingate volleyball alumni are coaching at various NCAA institutions
Bottom Line

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.