Sam Young
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| Sam Young | |
|---|---|
| College | Notre Dame |
| Conference | Independent |
| Sport | Football |
| Position | Offensive Tackle |
| Jersey # | 74 |
| Class | Freshman |
| Career | 2006 – present |
| Height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Weight | 292 lb (133 kg) |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Born | June 24, 1987 (age 19) Coral Springs, Florida |
| High School | St. Thomas Aquinas |
| Career Highlights | |
| Awards | |
| 2006 Freshman All-American | |
| Bowl Games | |
| 2007 Sugar Bowl | |
Sam Young (born on June 24, 1987 in Coral Springs, Florida) is the starting right tackle for Notre Dame.
[edit] High School
Young went to St. Thomas Aquinas High School (Fort Lauderdale) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. During his junior and senior years, he did not allow a sack. In 2005, he won the 2005 Florida Gatorade Player of the Year. He also participated in both Shot-Put and Discus while attending STA.
[edit] College
Young made Notre Dame history becoming the first true freshman to start the season opener on the offensive line since freshmen became eligible in 1972. He was named 2006 first team Freshman All-American by The Sporting News.
