Ex-PBA import Galen Young, 45, dies after car crashes into home

Former PBA import Galen Young passed away on Saturday (Sunday Manila time) after a car crashed into his home, multiple reports have confirmed. He was 45.

According to WREG-TV, Young was at home early morning when a vehicle crashed onto his Memphis home, causing him to die.

The Memphis, Tennessee native played college basketball for the Charlotte 49ers before becoming a second-round NBA draft selection.

The 49ers have extended their condolences towards Young’s family at a difficult time.

The 6-4 Young played in the PBA for both the Alaska Aces and San Miguel Beermen.

The report added that the investigation is on-going.

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