NORTH CANTON, OH: The all-time winningest coach in Walsh Basketball history, Jeff Young, was recently named a top 50 most impactful DII Men's Basketball Coach by Silver Waves Media. This recognition celebrates Coach Young's leadership, sustained success, and meaningful impact to Walsh Student-Athletes, the Men's Basketball program, and the DII basketball community. 

Coach Young has been at the helm of the Cavalier Men's Basketball program since the 2004-2005 season and hit the 500 win mark this past March in the NCAA DII Midwest Regional Tournament. Under his leadership, the Cavs have recorded 16 20-win seasons and two 30-win seasons, including a NAIA National Championship. He carries a 500 - 165 career record into the 2026-27 season, with a .752 winning percentage. 

Since joining the Great Midwest Athletic Conference in 2017, Coach Young has made the Maroon and Gold a staple at the top of the conference and regional standings. The Cavaliers have won six conference championships in the past eight seasons along with five NCAA tournament appearances. The 25-26 season saw the Cavaliers make a run to the NCAA Midwest Regional Sweet 16, the farthest tournament run in the NCAA era.

The Men got the season underway on Monday, November 9th, with a victory over Wayne State University. They are currently ranked #14 in the country per the NABC Coaches Poll and will play two games this weekend in Puerto Rico. 

Congratulations to Coach Young on this fantastic honor!