The Minnesota Gophers have made a significant move in their basketball program by bringing on board Niko Medved as their new head coach. Medved, previously with Colorado State, is no stranger to the Twin Cities—he hails from Minneapolis and is an alumnus of Minnesota. He steps into the role previously held by Ben Johnson.
During his tenure at Colorado State, Medved showcased his coaching prowess. This past season, the team made an impressive run in the NCAA tournament. They managed to secure a win against Memphis in the first round but had a heart-wrenching exit in the second round, losing to Maryland in a nail-biter decided by a last-second shot.
It wasn’t long ago that Colorado State found themselves in the national spotlight with a First Four appearance. In that match-up, they delivered a stunning victory over Virginia, overwhelming them with a decisive 67-42 score, though their journey ended when they faced Texas shortly thereafter.
Medved’s hiring is not only a homecoming but a fresh start for the Gophers, who are optimistic about the future with him at the helm.
