Mercer Bears hit the practice field

The Mercer Bears opened practice Wednesday.

They return 21-starters after going 6-and-6 and 1-and-6 in their first run through the Southern Conference.

They'll open at Austin Peay before coming home to host Stetson on September 12th.

This is their third season and it could be there best.

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