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(PHOTOS) Orioles Football Gears Up For New Season

Perfect weather welcomed St. Louis Park athletes back to the training grounds this week.

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The football team was back at it this week, as the Orioles took to the practice field under sunny skies in preparation for the 2011 season under new head coach .

"The weather has been beautiful," Varpness said. "I hope it is like this for all of our practices."

Park looks to improve on last season's 2-7 record, with the Orioles opening the fall campaign at North Branch on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m.

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Last season, Park topped the Vikings by a 44-42 score in the opener.

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