Former Gator Patric Young provides update following crash
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Former Gator men’s basketball standout Patric Young was involved in a rollover car crash Wednesday near Verdigre, Nebraska, according to a report from the Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan.
He approached an unfamiliar intersection and veered off the road causing his car to flip once before settling back on its wheels. His passenger was uninjured, but Young didn’t have his seatbelt on and was transported to the hospital following the accident.
Gator Nation caught wind of the accident on Saturday and immediately sent well wishes to Young on social media. Lawyer Darren Heitner shared that he spoke with Young and that he was in good spirits while waiting to be transferred from South Dakota to Denver.
Young addressed things himself on Sunday in a series of three tweets (below). He thanked everyone for the support and leaned heavily on his faith.
First thing I want to say is Praise God for life! My accident was no surprise to God and I will continue to praise Yahweh everyday of my life. The love and support I’ve received from everyone has been tremendous. I’m currently in South Dakota (got to see Cody Larson ❤️)
— Patric Young (@PatricYoung4) July 3, 2022
Continue to keep my family and myself in your prayers. My biggest request is for my mind to stay strong against the enemy, I believe anything is possible with God. His Will for my life is what I want to live in, I will use this test to inspire others no matter what.
— Patric Young (@PatricYoung4) July 3, 2022
Don’t take any moment or day for granted! I will strive to keep you guys updated. I am so thankful to have a mom that has been an ICU nurse for over 25years and my sister that has been a PT for 7. If you have my fathers contact into please reach out and give him a call or a text
— Patric Young (@PatricYoung4) July 3, 2022
Young played for the basketball team from 2010-14, reaching three-straight Elite Eights and a Final Four. He averaged 11 points and 6.2 rebounds in 2013-14 and started all but two of the team’s 39 games.
Despite earning All-SEC honors and being named an AP All-American as a senior, Young went undrafted and spent time overseas before stepping away in 2020. He’s most recently been seen as a college basketball studio host on the SEC Network.
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