Gophers turn to alcohol to boost revenue at Williams and Mariucci arenas

University of Minnesota administrators believe that adult beverages should flow as freely in the stands at Gophers basketball and men's hockey games as in the suites.

U President Eric Kaler sent a memo to the Board of Regents last week, asking the board to permit wine and beer sales to those sitting in general admission at Williams and Mariucci arenas. Regent approval for the request, which comes from the U's Division of Intercollegiate Athletics, is necessary before the taps can open.

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