Youngblood returns for his sophomore season at Hancock. Last year, he ran the team’s fastest times in the 5,000-and 10,000-meter events. Previously, he attended UCLA. He came to Hancock to run track and pursue a career in microbiology or molecular genetics. Youngblood still owns records at Pioneer Valley High School in the 1,500 meter- (4:22.94) and 3,000-meter events (9:49.40). Youngblood also served as a cross country assistant coach at his alma mater.