Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight: Ethan Young

Bethany, W. Va. – The Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight highlights Bethany College Scholar-Athletes that exemplify outstanding leadership as an athlete, student, or in other college and community activities. These Scholar-Athletes have distinguished themselves above and beyond both in the classroom and on the playing field.

Get to know this week's Bison Scholar-Athlete Spotlight senior Ethan Young.

Sport: Baseball
Position: Outfield
Hometown:  McMurray, Pa.
High School:  Peters Township
Major(s): Math / Economics
Minor: Spanish

Activities outside of Athletics?
Outside of athletics I enjoy watching movies, lifting and playing Clash of Clans on my phone.

What is your dream job?
I would want to be a professional athlete as my dream job.

Tips for being successful?
I think in order to be successful you have to be willing to push yourself out of your comfort zone. Whether that is in the weight room, classroom or anything you do, you need to work hard and never be complacent. Challenge yourself and become comfortable with being uncomfortable.

What does it mean to be a Scholar-Athlete?
Being a scholar athlete means not only competing on the field, but in the classroom. Scholar is placed before athlete because without good grades you will not be able to participate in athletics. There is nothing better than doing well on an exam and then winning an important baseball game. 

Why Bethany?
I wanted a school that was not too big and close to home. I did not want to be a number. Having the opportunity to have professors know my name and be able to guide me throughout my college experience is what brought me to Bethany. 

What is your biggest accomplishment?
I think my biggest accomplishment is pending. With graduation, Comps and baseball season coming up soon, my plan is to accomplish some big things soon!

With COVID-19 restrictions, how have you adapted as an athlete and as a student?
Covid-19 restrictions have made things very tough for everyone. As a student, I made sure to write out all my course assignment due dates for the semester, so I would not miss assignments. For my online courses, I do my best to participate and stay engaged. As an athlete, it has been very hard to lift and train in order to stay game ready. With minimal open gym times it has been rough, but I have prioritized my schedule as best I can to work with what we have. I have made the most out of every practice and lift that is available to me. 

A Fun Fact about yourself:
I have a fake tooth. Not going to say which one!