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Former UF hoops star, author Patric Young stays positive through medical ordeals

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Once 38 teenagers from the Ponte Vedra High lacrosse team assembled in the school’s media center Monday to listen to the man speaking from a wheelchair, there was no sign in their eyes or body language of wondering when this after-school session would be over.   (read more...)

Euroleague Basketball Table Talk: Healthy Habits, Episode 1

The Journey Back for Big Pat Young

'I'm going to choose joy:' Months after car crash leaves him paralyzed, Patric Young launches foundation

Ex-Providence, Gators hoops star Patric Young has positive outlook after being paralyzed in car accident

Patric's Podcast Appearances

'I will be the one who defines this chapter of my life'

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Patric Young knew when he was younger that he had words inside that he wanted to get out. A book was perfect. All Young needed was the message.It was something that escaped Young until the trials and turbulence of the past year and a half allowed him to find it.  (read more...)

'I will be the one who defines this chapter of my life'

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A car accident in June may have left former UF basketball star and exemplary student-athlete Patric Young paralyzed from the waist down, but also stimulated in him a newfound passion to inspire others.  (read more...)

'Toughest battle': Former Gators, Providence School forward Patric Young eyes recovery from car crash

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Former Providence School and University of Florida forward Patric Young, two-time All-SEC basketball selection and a former All-First Coast player of the year from Jacksonville, said he is preparing for "the toughest battle in my life" as he recovers from serious injuries sustained in a car crash in Nebraska. (read more...)

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