Incoming Gonzaga Bulldogs freshman Chet Holmgren was one of 12 players named to the Team USA U19 roster. He will attempt to help lead Team USA to a championship during the 2021 FIBA U19 World Cup, happening July 3-11.
The team is practicing through Monday and then will travel to Riga, Latvia.
The USA was drawn into Group D, alongside Australia, Mali, and Turkey. Team USA opens play against Turkey on July 3, followed by Mali on July 4. The latter game will be a chance to see Holmgren match up against former Zag Oumar Ballo, who will anchor Mali in the post.