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· The leadership that has taken place with the kids this summer had been good, they’ve done a good job in the classroom, and we’ve definitely taken some strides. I look at where we were two years ago, where we’re at now, we’re moving the program forward. Our expectations are to be better. We need […] READ MORE
Playing two sports at the college level is a daunting challenge, and that is exactly what Gophers basketball player and high jumper Wally Ellenson is taking on. Ellenson brought his crazy athleticism and hard-working attitude to the U and is now embarking on two sports at once – basketball and the high jump. Ellenson played […] READ MORE
The Gophers new PF is a self-proclaimed Guitar Hero big shot. As Richard Pitino continues his roster make-over, a new addition that will likely have an immediate impact (assuming he gets cleared by the NCAA to play immediately) is Drake transfer Joey King. The Minnesota native returns home and will give the Gophers an inside-outside […] READ MORE
Malik Smith has played for Coach Pitino and is well aware of his style and comedic talents. Gopher fans are curious to see what type of coach Richard Pitino is. They are eager to see his on-court demeanor, his handling of officials and his ability to make in-game adjustments. No one is better to share […] READ MORE
Here are my notes on the press conference. Will post when they send out the transcript: Teague: • Teague wanted a Relentless recruiter, someone to develop our student athletes, and manage and build this program – Coach Pitino fits all of those. • Timeframes, it went very well, we were very pleased with the search […] READ MORE
Alex Foster considers himself a hybrid 3/4. Whenever there is a coaching change, there is often roster transition as well. That proved true earlier today when Gophers signee Alvin Ellis from Chicago was released from his Letter of Intent and announced via Twitter that he will reopen his recruitment. Minnesota’s other in-coming recruit, Alex Foster, […] READ MORE
Could Teague and Shaka hug again at a press conference? Here are Nadine Babu’s press conference notes from Norwood Teague: • Tubby Smith is an outstaning human being, but it’s time for a change. • The athletic department will lead the search, they will not hire a search firm. I feel that myself and our […] READ MORE
Tubby and Trevor embrace as the senior walks off the floor for the last time. Hey guys – as always, these are rough notes typing live while they talk… Austin Hollins: We didn’t want to lose our focus, we wanted to dog deep, we knew they could get hot and start shooing well We limited […] READ MORE
It doesn’t get better than this!!! SKI-U-MAH!!!!!!!!!!!!! READ MORE
Trevor was in full blown BEAST MODE in Gophers win!! Post game press conference notes from Nadine Babu: I’ve never seen a media frenzie around the Gophers like this. The media room was so packed, many of the #Gopher reporters had to set up their recorders and wait outside the room. Once again, this […] READ MORE