# Cole Young credits fired coach for Gold Glove win

> Cole Young says former coach Perry Hill helped him win 2026 AL Gold Glove.
- Title: Cole Young credits fired coach for Gold Glove win | Shortify
- Summary: Cole Young says former coach Perry Hill helped him win 2026 AL Gold Glove. Cole Young won 2026 AL Gold Glove after training with former coach Perry Hill.
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- Source: Seattletimes — https://seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/what-mariners-cole-young-said-about-winning-al-gold-glove-award
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## Cole Young's defensive shift
Cole Young transformed from shortstop to Gold Glove winner by focusing on defense.

> i wanted to be able to play every single day
## Perry Hill's coaching impact
Former coach Perry Hill trained Young with his 'Six F's of fielding' drills.

> hill's raspy voice screaming about his six f's of fielding echoed in young's mind
## Daily discipline routine
Young practiced fielding drills daily even when he didn't feel like it.

> i kept that discipline the whole year and it paid off
## Spring training improvements
Young felt quicker and more consistent in spring training games.

> i just felt really good out there
## Coaching change next season
Perry Hill will not coach Young next season after being fired.

> obviously it's super tough
## Young gives Gold Glove to dad
Young gives 2026 AL Gold Glove to his dad to display.

> i think he's already got a spot cleared
## Key takeaway

Cole Young won 2026 AL Gold Glove after training with former coach Perry Hill.