William J. Young (coach)
William J. Young was an American football and basketball coach. He served as the head football coach at Western Illinois University from 1926 to 1928 and as the head basketball coach at the same institution from 1926 to 1929.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Young was born in Illinois. He attended Western Illinois University, where he played both football and basketball. After graduating, he began his coaching career.
Coaching Career[edit | edit source]
Football[edit | edit source]
Young was appointed as the head football coach at Western Illinois University in 1926. During his tenure, he led the team to several successful seasons. His coaching style emphasized strong defense and disciplined play. Young's overall record as head football coach was 10–12–2.
Basketball[edit | edit source]
In addition to his role as the head football coach, Young also served as the head basketball coach at Western Illinois University from 1926 to 1929. Under his leadership, the basketball team saw significant improvements and achieved a competitive record.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
William J. Young is remembered for his contributions to the athletic programs at Western Illinois University. His dedication to coaching and his ability to mentor young athletes left a lasting impact on the university's sports culture.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Western Illinois University
- List of Western Illinois Leathernecks head football coaches
- List of Western Illinois Leathernecks head basketball coaches
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