Reggie Lynch signed his national letter of intent to play for the Gophers men's basketball team on Wednesday, bringing the Illinois State transfer back to his home state.
Q How tough of a decision was it to transfer, and why did you decide to come to Minnesota?
A The decision was absolutely nerve-racking and took me a month's worth of option-weighing, family conversation and prayer. But the ultimate deciding factors were where I would be happiest, being right next to home and the fulfillment of a dream that I am pursuing and have pursued, to be one of the U's great players. The family at ISU, the friends I made, the coaches and players were all people that were the main thing that made it hardest to leave, and I will always cherish the memories and fun we had.
Q You'll have to redshirt this year after putting up a strong season last year with the Redbirds. How is that going to be for you?
A No one is ever too excited about sitting out a year from playing … but it will be a great opportunity to take advantage of schoolwise and workoutwise.
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