Wisconsin native McKenna Johnson commits to Gophers women's basketball

Johnson is one of three players from Wisconsin who have joined the Gophers since Dawn Plitzuweit took over as coach.

By Marcus Fuller Star Tribune

June 21, 2023 — 5:22pm

It hasn't taken new Gophers women's basketball coach Dawn Plitzuweit long to put her stamp on the program by adding pieces on the recruiting trail.

Plitzuweit landed Wilmot (Wis.) senior guard McKenna Johnson this week after beating out teams such as Marquette, Wisconsin, Iowa State and Arkansas.

The 5-10 Johnson averaged 26 points, 10 rebounds and two assists to earn all-state honors as a junior last season.

After leaving West Virginia to take over the Gophers job, Plitzuweit has picked up three players from Wisconsin, including current freshmen Ayianna Johnson and Grace Grocholski.

Marcus Fuller covers Gophers men's basketball, national college basketball, college sports and high school recruiting for the Minnesota Star Tribune.

marcus.fuller@startribune.com

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