Patric Young updates recovery from serious rollover crash

Patric Young, a former Florida basketball player, is recovering from a serious rollover crash that happened on June 29.

Young, who starred with the Gators and is now an SEC Network analyst, gave an update in a Twitter video on his health status following the one-vehicle accident in Nebraska:

“Exactly two weeks since my accident. First milestone of many to come, in great spirits. Thank you everybody, so much for your thoughts and prayers,” Young said. “I’m about to ring this bell to close one chapter. Can’t wait for the next one. We’re heading up to Colorado really soon.”

Good morning every one! I’m off to Denver today, I hope this brings you joy! pic.twitter.com/vPqiVxEK9E

— Patric Young (@PatricYoung4) July 13, 2022

In a wheelchair, Young wheeled himself around the hospital and rang a bell, which signified his road to recovery in the South Dakota hospital. The hospital applauded Young for his accomplishment. Young left the hospital and he will continue his recovery process in Denver.

The scary accident happened in Knox County, Nebraska, and he was transported to Sioux Falls.

Hey everyone this journey that I’m going on these next few months is going to be a strenuous one. I was having an ok day today and my nurse had a fantastic idea for me to come up with a mantra to guide me everyday. For the good days and bad days to get me back to baseline.

— Patric Young (@PatricYoung4) July 12, 2022

The recovery process will be a daunting one for Young, but he posted about how he is dealing with the mental aspect of the injury. He decided to come up with a mantra to get him through the ups and downs of rehabilitating his body.

Young played at Florida from 2010 to 2014 and averaged 8.7 points per game in four years.

Michael Daly