BREAKING: BYU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Kevin Young Resigns Following Contentious Board Meeting
BREAKING: BYU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Kevin Young Resigns Following Contentious Board Meeting
In a stunning development, BYU Cougars men’s basketball head coach Kevin Young has officially resigned from his position following a tense and reportedly contentious board meeting held late Monday night.
Young, who was hired less than a year ago amid high expectations, issued a brief statement early Tuesday morning confirming his departure. “After much thought and consideration, I have decided to step down as head coach of BYU men’s basketball. I am grateful for the opportunity and the support from the fans and players, but I believe this is the best decision for both myself and the program moving forward,” Young said.
Sources close to the program revealed that the decision came on the heels of a heated internal meeting with members of the university’s athletic board and administration. While details remain scarce, insiders suggest the discussion centered around Young’s approach to player recruitment, program culture, and philosophical clashes with key decision-makers within the athletic department.
University officials have yet to release an official statement regarding the resignation, but an announcement is expected later today.
Young’s departure comes as a major shakeup for a program that had looked to him as a long-term leader capable of guiding the Cougars through their transition into the Big 12 Conference. Though the 2024–25 season had yet to begin, Young had already made significant roster moves and had begun reshaping the team’s identity.
Assistant coach Cody Fueger is expected to serve as interim head coach while the university launches a national search for Young’s replacement.
The sudden resignation raises questions about the program’s stability heading into a critical season and leaves BYU fans and players alike searching for answers. More updates will follow as the story develops.
