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Former UTEP Miner overcomes major setbacks

So often one man's journey tells more about him than the destination.

Kimani Young is a rising star in the frenetic,beautiful, crazy world of college basketball coaching. He has been a valued assistant for Richard Pitino, son of Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino, for almost five seasons now — one at Florida International, the last four at the University of Minnesota. He has dreams and aspirations, just like any successful 39-year-old.

One day he would like to guide his own program. Perhaps, just perhaps, that day is not too far away. That is the destination And that is impressive.