24 Aug 2025 501 Football Team 2025: Tucker Young – Lakeside

Last season, Lakeside was just five points away from reaching its first Class 5A state title game since 1975. Fueled by last year’s heartbreaking finish, the Rams charge into 2025 looking to finally bring the trophy home to Garland County.

“Our goal this season is to bring the first state championship to Lakeside,” senior left tackle Tucker Young said. “As a team, we are working together to be more consistent and outworking our competition.”

Standing 6-foot-5 and weighing 305 pounds, Young anchored the Rams’ offensive line last season, earning All-State honors. Through his size and his ability to outmuscle defenders, the senior takes pride in protecting his quarterback, Wally Wolcott, and opening the floodgates for Lakeside’s running backs to flourish.

“My personal goal for the season is to not allow any sacks,” he said.

“Tucker brought the running game to our team last year,” Head Coach Garren Rockwell said. “He’s big and strong, loves being a role model for our youth and is always willing to help others. Our expectations are for him to lead our offensive line this fall. As long as he stays healthy, our goals are within reach.”

Committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks, Young believes that greatness begins with setting clear goals and giving every ounce of effort to reach them.

“I want to be remembered as a hardworking player who was dominant, versatile and a good teammate,” he said. “Focus on your goals constantly and work as hard as possible to achieve them.”