Golden Tornado Athletic Director Gregg Moreland admits he took a chance three years ago when he hired a 24-year-old head basketball coach.
But sometimes risks end up worth taking. Shai Young apparently was one of them.
Three years after he was promoted to Lamesa’s head girls basketball coach Young guided the Golden Tors to their first playoff appearance in five years and their first post-season victory in seven.
“He’s done an outstanding job. After that first year he was with our junior high boys I could see not only his potential but also his love for the game,” Moreland said.
At 27, Young has ...