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#B1GCats to Host Open Practice, Youth Clinic and Blood Drive

EVANSTON, Ill. -- Chicago's Big Ten Team will be put through its paces during an open practice at Ryan Field on Saturday, April 2, and after the Wildcats work out, young fans can learn the game directly from Northwestern student-athletes.

The event begins when Northwestern hits the gridiron at Ryan Field for an open practice at 10 a.m. Admission and parking is free with general admission seating in the stadium. The doors will open at 9 a.m. and the concession stands will be open throughout the event.

Following the session, young fans in eighth grade and under are invited to take part in a free skills clinic. Participants will have the opportunity to take part in basic drills and learn the fundamentals of football all while interacting with members of the Northwestern Football team.

Registration is required for the skills clinic. To sign up please CLICK HERE. The deadline to register is Friday, April 1. For more information, please call 888-467-8775 or e-mail wildcatmarketing@northwestern.edu.

In addition to the open football practice and the youth clinic, the Wildcats will team up with Lifesource to host the Purple Pride Blood Drive at Ryan Field on April 2 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. In addition to being able to watch the open practice from the eighth-floor press box, all donors will receive a Northwestern Purple Pride t-shirt. To schedule an appointment in advance, please call 877-LIFESOURCE (877-543-3768) or CLICK HERE. Walk-ins are also welcome.
 

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