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VIDEO: Inside the Film Room with Rodney Smith – Staying in the House – Episode 7
On Episode 7 of “Staying in the House,” former Gophers running back Rodney Smith joined me in the film room. We dove into a variety of topics, including why he had so much success off outside zone! Rodney provided a ton of insight in this video: READ MORE
Gophers receive a commitment from Georgia WR Lemeke Brockington
The Gophers have received a commitment from Moultrie, Georgia wide receiver Lemeke Brockington. He chose Minnesota over offers from South Carolina, Kentucky, Purdue, Miami, Tennessee and others, per 24/7 Sports Rankings. Brockington, a 6-foot, 185-pound wide receiver, grabbed 53 receptions for 921 yards and 13 touchdowns last year. The only testing metric we have is […] READ MORE
Four-Star Gophers Commit Steven Ortiz Jr. – Staying in the House – Episode 6
I caught up with Steven Ortiz Jr., one of the highest-rated defensive back commits in Gopher Football history. Why did he choose Minnesota without visiting campus? Also, you don’t want to miss Steven’s answers during the rapid fire session! READ MORE
PODCAST: Whalen on recruiting during COVID-19, draft day memories, and more!
With recruiting having to happen 100% off-campus, Lindsay Whalen talks about what her and her coaching staff are doing to stay connected with current players as well as potential recruits. Click here to hear the full podcast! If you enjoy what you hear, please like and subscribe to both our podcast on your favorite podcast […] READ MORE
Nadine Babu sits down with Gophers Men’s Basketball Coach Richard Pitino
GopherHole’s own Nadine Babu sits down with Richard Pitino for an interview about a variety of topics including a BRAND NEW home for Gophers podcasts! Click here to listen to the podcast where Nadine wastes no time sharing the news! READ MORE
Western Michigan graduate transfer Brandon Johnson chooses the Gophers
Richard Pitino and his staff continue to make big moves on the spring recruiting trail. The Gophers received a commitment from Western Michigan graduate transfer Brandon Johnson on Thursday. He is immediately eligible for next season. Johnson, an All-MAC Third Team selection, averaged 15.4 points and 8.1 rebounds last season. The power forward finished his Western Michigan […] READ MORE
Staying in the House – Gophers Commit Brady Boyd – Episode 5
The Gophers recently received a commitment from one of the most dynamic wide receivers in Texas. I caught up with Brady Boyd to recap his recruiting process and decision. Why did he choose Minnesota? Get to know the program’s newest commit in this video! READ MORE
Four-star Arizona DB Steven Ortiz Jr. commits to the Gophers
The Gophers received a commitment from Goodyear, Arizona (Desert Edge High School) defensive back Steven Ortiz Jr. Ortiz, a four-star prospect, is currently Minnesota’s second highest-rated cornerback commit in the internet era, according to 24/7 Sports data. He held offers from Washington, Oregon, Arizona, California, Nebraska, Penn State and others. Among 2021 cornerback recruits, Ortiz ranks No. 17 […] READ MORE
Drake transfer Liam Robbins commits to the Gophers
The Gophers received a commitment from Drake transfer Liam Robbins, per Evan Daniels. The 7-foot big man averaged 14.1 points and 7.1 rebounds for the Bulldogs last season. Robbins announced he was transferring on Saturday and chose Minnesota less than one day later. Head coach Richard Pitino has been exploring the transfer portal to bolster his […] READ MORE