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LAS VEGAS – Such confidence – or downright bravado, some would call it – normally is reserved for one with a better list of accomplishments.

But Kevin Young apparently is not an ordinary basketball coach. Prior success at this level be darned, he’ll create his own credentials on the job.

Final: BYU 71, Villanova 66

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— Mitch Harper (@Mitch_Harper) November 4, 2025

After a trial run as a college newcomer, which ended in BYU’s third Sweet 16 appearance in the NCAA tournament since 1981, Young is prepped to reach levels not normally associated with this program. Get in his way at your own risk.

Three weeks shy of turning age 44, fresh-faced budding savant has assembled arguably the best collect

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