MONROE, N.C. — Channel 9′s 2023 Big 22 Player of the Year has been crowned.
We introduced you to five student-athletes last week who were finalists, but one in particular stood out to voters.
Jordan Young out of Monroe High School has become the third junior to earn the honor.
Congratulations Jordan Young @MonroeHSNC - @wsoctv Big 22 Player of the Year! Team UCPS is proud of you! @AGHoulihan @UCPSNCAthletics https://t.co/9xwERnqTzI
— Union County Public Schools (@UCPSNC) November 3, 2023
A combination of rankings from the Channel 9 sports team, a poll from area coaches, and votes from fans helped earn Jordan a trophy and a $10,000 check for Monroe High School.
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VIDEO: 2023 Big 22 Player of the Year Finalist: Jordan Young
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