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Lobos Host Successful Practice at Kirtland AFB

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The University of New Mexico men's basketball team held a special practice out at the Kirtland Air Force Base Saturday morning. This was the first time the Lobo basketball team has been out to the base.

Head coach Craig Neal and the Lobos introduced themselves in front of on-base personnel before being given special Kirtland AFB 75th Anniversary coins. Kirtland Air Force Base Colonel Michael Harner presented the coins to the coaches and players.

"It's a unique experience for us," said Neal. "It's a good experience for our guys to come out here and be a part of this event.