Hometown Inspiration: Noble Young-Blackgoat Embraces Larger Role

Noble Young-Blackgoat: From Walk-On to Scholarship Star for NAU

Noble Young-Blackgoat, a rising football star from Flagstaff, Arizona, has turned a preferred walk-on spot at Northern Arizona University into a full athletic scholarship. Preparing for his second season with the Lumberjacks, Young-Blackgoat transitioned from safety to linebacker, aiming for a larger role on the team. His journey reflects perseverance, family support, and a commitment to representing his Navajo heritage. "I'll remember that mome…

Hometown Inspiration: Noble Young-Blackgoat Embraces Larger Role

Growing up in Flagstaff, Noble Young-Blackgoat was exposed to football at a young age and quickly became one of the most promising players in Coconino County. Less than a decade later, he is preparing for his second season with the Lumberjacks after turning a preferred walk-on opportunity into a full athletic scholarship.