Episode 17. (Knox Raiders NBL1 Player Series) Katelyn Young

A dominant presence in American college basketball, Young brings an elite résumé to Knox following an extraordinary career at Murray State University, where she cemented her legacy as one of the most accomplished players in program history.
 
At 6'1", the Oakwood, Illinois native boasts a versatile inside-out game and a proven track record of elite scoring, rebounding, and leadership. Young concluded her collegiate career as Murray State’s all-time leading scorer, becoming only the second player in school history to surpass 2,000 career points and 1,000 rebounds, joining NBA veteran Popeye Jones in the exclusive club.
 
Young’s accolades are extensive:
• #14 All-Time Scorer in NCAA Division I History
• 2023-24 All-MVC First Team
• Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Watchlist
• 2022-23 MVC Scoring Leader (21.4 PPG)
• 2021-22 OVC Player of the Year & First AP All-American in School History
• Career-high 43-point performance vs. Drake (2023)
 
In her final season at Murray State, Young averaged 19.5 points and 7.9 rebounds per game, including a 38-point explosion against UIC. Her consistency and dominance were hallmarks of a career that also included multiple conference honours and national recognition.