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Key dates for Gophers
Today, Thursday: First two spring practices.
March 9-19: Team is off for spring break.
March 20: Team returns for spring practice.
March 27: Practice open to the public, 4:45 p.m., site TBD.
April 3: Practice open to the public, 4:45 p.m., site TBD.
April 14: Spring game, noon, TCF Bank Stadium.
April 16: Final of 15 spring practice sessions.
Aug. 30: Season/home opener vs. New Mexico State.
