By Blake Chadwick
Cheney senior distance runner Cash Young has built his career on being a competitor, no matter the situation.
“My dedication, work ethic and leadership skills are my biggest strengths as an athlete,” Young said. “My dedication is shown through my year-round training.”
Even outside the regular season, he continues to put in work, often training at The Nest in Cheney during both the summer and winter months to sharpen his speed and endurance.
Young’s path in athletics started early, as he has competed in track and field since first grade. His development was not always straightforward, but it helped shape the athlete and competitor he is today.
One turning point in his journey came in middle school, when he learned he had lived with double vision for years without knowing it. After undergoing vision therapy, his coordination improved significantly, helping him take a big step forward in multiple sports.
Over his high school career, Young has built an impressive resume across both cross country and track. He has qualified for the state meet in cross country twice and once in track in the 3,200 meters. In addition, he has been a consistent top performer in the Central Plains League, finishing in the top five at league meets multiple times and earning eight league medals on the track.
Last spring, he was runner-up in both the 1,600 and 3,200 meters and finished ninth in the 3,200 at the state meet with a time of 10:01, just narrowly missing a medal. His performances have also placed him near the top of Cheney’s record books, including a 4:35 in the 1,600 and a 10:01 in the 3,200, both ranking among the best in school history.
For Young, that growth is just as important as any finish time or medal.
“I wish for the boys cross country team to continue building strong numbers,” he said.
