The new Gophers men's basketball coaching staff has been making progress in revamping recruiting efforts, but things can't be turned around right away.
Proof of that came Wednesday, when four-star recruit Ja'Quan Newton's committed to Miami (Fla.). Newton, ranked No. 41 in the nation by Rivals.com, confirmed his decision via text message.
The Minnesota staff felt it had a solid chance with the 6-3 Newton, whose decision came abruptly after the Philadelphia point guard narrowed his list to five schools a week ago.
AMELIA RAYNO
One win away
Coon Rapids/Andover beat Timberline of Rapid City, S.D., 4-0 on Wednesday in the Midwest Regional in Indianapolis, meaning the northwest metro team needs one more victory to advance to the Little League Baseball World Series.
Nick Dainty pitched a one-hitter and struck out nine for Coon Rapids, 5-0 in the eight-day regional.
Wil Goodwin hit a solo homer in the first inning for Coon Rapids; Carsen Syke had two singles and two RBI.
Coon Rapids will play Urbandale, Iowa, which beat Kearney, Neb., 4-3 in the other semifinal, at noon Friday in the championship game.
