(*Editor's note...What the heck does "Commitment to Eight" mean? It is our new recurring title for recruit commitments referencing a commitment to work towards the Gopher's Eighth National Championship.)
John Michael Schmitz was one of the original six to commit to Coach Fleck and Minnesota. Schmitz comes to the Gophers from Illinois. He is a large kid, who moves well and should bring some toughness to Minnesota.
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“Following coach Fleck to Minnesota just means a lot because I get to play in the Big Ten. I always wanted to play in the Big Ten since I was a little kid, and now I'll get my chance.