Gophers men’s basketball nets commitment from Pennsylvania guard

The Gophers men’s basketball team has picked up a commitment from Kai Shinholster, a 6-foot-5 combo guard from Philadelphia.

“Beyond blessed to announce my commitment to the University of Minnesota!!!” Shinholster wrote on X. “I want to thank all the coaches and people in my life that have helped me get to this point. I want to give a special thanks to my family for sticking by my side. Go Gophers!!”

Shinholster is considered a three-star prospect and had scholarship offers from Mississippi State, St. Louis, Tempe and other programs.

Shinholster, who attends William Penn Charter School, is the first commitment in the U’s 2025 recruiting class.

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