Sterling Young

Sterling Young is an American basketball player. He played college basketball for the Pratt Community College Beavers, Charlotte 49ers, Florida A&M Rattlers and Indiana State Sycamores.

High school career Young is a native of Queens, New York. He attended Miami Prep, helping the Cyclones to a 39-2 record and a state Championship under coach Art Alvarez. Young was also one of the nation's leading scorers for his class.

College career Young began his collegiate career at Pratt Community College, playing two seasons for the team. As a sophomore, he averaged 15.9 points, 3.1 assists, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game. Young played in five games at Charlotte as a junior. He transferred to Florida A&M. Young averaged 17 points, two rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game as a senior. He was named SWAC Player of the Year. Following the season he transferred to Indiana State, taking advantage of an additional year of eligibility.