Bears hold special practice on Warren's field
The Chicago Bears took their show on the road Saturday to hold a special practice at Warren Township High School's football field in Gurnee.
Hundreds of football fans turned out for the "Varsity Bears High School Takeover" event, which featured the practice, autograph opportunities, activities for families, entertainment and fireworks. School officials billed it as part of their 100th anniversary celebration.
Free tickets were made available for the public to attend the practice at the O'Plaine Road campus, but school officials said they were snapped up within 30 minutes. Officials expected about 6,000 people to attend the event.
Quarterback Jay Cutler throws a pass during the Chicago Bears practice at Warren High School in Gurnee Saturday.
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Players break from a team huddle during the Chicago Bears practice at Warren High School in Gurnee Saturday.
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Players make their way onto the filed during the Chicago Bears practice at Warren High School in Gurnee Saturday.
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Torrance Abrams of North Chicago dances with Staley prior to the Chicago Bears practice at Warren High School in Gurnee Saturday.
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Members of the Warren dance team have their photo taken with Staley prior to the Chicago Bears practice at Warren High School in Gurnee Saturday.
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Defensive back Demontre Hurst catches a pass during the Chicago Bears practice at Warren High School in Gurnee Saturday.
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