Ike Young

Appeared in 17 games on the mound, including five starts.
Recorded 30.1 innings pitched to go alongside 39 strikeouts and a 10.38 ERA.
Made his Illinois debut at South Florida on Feb. 15.
Tallied his first career start on March 10 vs. Western Illinois, going two innings and striking out four.
Struck out the side in his one inning of work at Illinois State on March 31.
Earned his first career win vs. Indiana State on April 7, tossing 3.1 scoreless innings while collecting five strikeouts and allowing only one hit.
Tied his career-high with five strikeouts in his start vs. Bradley on May 6.

Rated as the #14 right-handed pitcher and the #41 overall prospect in Illinois in the Class of 2025 by Perfect Game.
2024 All-Conference in baseball, basketball, and football at Monticello High School.

Born on July 23, 2007.
Son of Charles and Lynley Young.
Has two brothers, Zeke and Trace, and one sister, Tavey.
Chose Illinois because “it’s close to home, and everything felt like home. I also really liked the coaching staff.”
Also recruited by Missouri, Miami (Ohio), ISU, Marshall, Kentucky, and SIUE.
Pursuing a degree from the Gies College of Business; currently an undeclared business major.