Star DCHS Tiger baseball player Konner Young will be continuing his baseball career after graduation, after signing a letter of intent to Greenville University Panthers in Illinois. Konner was joined by his family, coaches, and teammates last week during the signing ceremony.

“Konner has been a vital part of our team,” said Head Tiger Baseball Coach Tad Webb. “His first three years he has started as a freshman at shortstop, and we plan to use him there again this season. He has been a staple up the middle for us and he also does what he needs to do at the plate. He often comes through with some big hits for the team.”

“I am very excited for Konner. He is a special young man today and I have known him since he was little. Playing baseball is something he has always wanted to do and over the years, I have had the privilege of having coached him some in travel ball. I know this (furthering his baseball career) has been part of his dream for a long time. Its very pleasing to see him achieve and reach that dream,” said Coach Webb.

Konner said he chose Greenville after visiting the school. “They reached out to me one day in school and I responded. After that, we kept in touch and I later got a visit and discovered that it was the perfect match for me,” said Konner.

“Greenville really reminded me a lot of Smithville. It’s a small town and the people there are really nice. While I was there the coach recited a Bible scripture and that helped seal the deal for me,” said Young.

The son of Jeremy and Kim Young, Konner said he plans to further his education in engineering.

Greenville is a private university in Greenville, Illinois. It is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church. Established as Greenville College in 1892, the institution was renamed Greenville University in 2017. Its sports teams participate as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Division III. The Panthers are a member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC). The Panthers also compete in the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA).