One of the best-kept secrets in the world of Minnesota athletics was the remarkable basketball season that senior Antwan Kimmons had as a member of the men’s team at the University of Concordia St. Paul this past winter. The 2024-25 men’s basketball season has been one to remember.
The former Tartan High School standout led Concordia University-St. Paul to its most successful season in school history. Kimmons played for the University of Northern Iowa prior to transferring to CSP.
As a 6”1’ senior guard, Kimmons averaged 25.2 points, 5.7 assists, and 6.4 rebounds while leading the Golden Bears to their first-ever NSIC championship and NCAA tournament win, capturing multiple Player of the Week honors throughout the season.
Kimmons, named the 2025 CSP Athlete of the Year, has achieved a historic milestone as the first male basketball player to receive the honor since 2006.
While at Tartan, he lettered all four years in basketball and twice in football.
After earning all-conference honors as a junior and senior while averaging 20 points, six rebounds, and five assists per game, Kimmons accepted a scholarship to Northern Iowa, where he played from 2019-22.
When Kimmons transferred to CSP he was the 2023 Newcomer of the Year while averaging 21.1 points per game. In 2024, he averaged 15.5 points per game.
In addition to his outstanding statistical season in 2025, Kimmons was named an All-American as well as being named the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Player of the Year.
Kimmons had one of the most successful seasons in the history of CPS athletics, not only a tribute to his athletic ability, but also his ability to make his teammates better.
He helped to put his school on the map with an unforgettable season. It will definitely be one to remember.
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