The Fast-Paced World of College Basketball Coaching

The world of college basketball coaching is a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Coaches must be able to adapt quickly to new situations and make tough decisions on the fly. For Kevin Young, the new head coach of BYU basketball, this has been especially true.

Since taking the job, Young has been on a whirlwind tour of recruiting, hiring assistants, and building a new team from scratch. And he’s done it all while keeping pace with the NBA playoffs, which have been unfolding at a similar breakneck speed.

Kevin Young speaks to reporters after practice at BYU in Provo on Thursday, June 6, 2024.

Young’s journey began when he left his job as associate head coach of the Phoenix Suns to take the helm at BYU. It was a bold move, but one that has already paid dividends. In just a short time, Young has convinced key players to stay, recruited top talent, and built a staff of experienced coaches.

Dallin Hall and Richie Saunders, two key players who decided to stay at BYU.

As the NBA playoffs have unfolded, Young has been hard at work building his team. He’s added players like Brody Kozlowski, a two-time 6A Player of the Year from Utah, and Egor Demin, a 6-8 Russian star who is projected to be among the top 10 lottery picks in next year’s NBA draft.

Brody Kozlowski, a two-time 6A Player of the Year from Utah.

But Young’s work isn’t done yet. He still has two scholarships to fill, and he’s working tirelessly to find the right players to complete his roster.

Kevin Young on the sidelines, always looking for ways to improve his team.

In the midst of all this chaos, Young has also found time to settle into his new home in Utah County and move his family from Phoenix. It’s been a whirlwind few weeks, but Young wouldn’t have it any other way.

Kevin Young with his family, settling into their new home in Utah County.

In other news, the U.S. Olympic women’s basketball roster has been announced, and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark did not make the cut. Clark, a rookie sensation in the WNBA, has been averaging 16.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game, but struggled with turnovers as the primary ball handler.

Caitlin Clark in action for the Indiana Fever.

Clark’s exclusion from the Olympic team has drawn criticism from some sports pundits, who argue that she brings a level of excitement and energy to the game that would be valuable in the Olympics.

Caitlin Clark driving to the basket for the Indiana Fever.

Despite the setback, Clark remains focused on her goals and is determined to use this experience as an opportunity to grow and improve.

Caitlin Clark in a post-game interview, discussing her goals and aspirations.

As the world of college basketball coaching continues to evolve, one thing is clear: Kevin Young and Caitlin Clark are two names to watch in the years to come.

Kevin Young and Caitlin Clark, two rising stars in the world of college basketball.