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Minnesota Aurora FC withdraws pro bid
Minnesota Aurora FC, the state's pre-professional women's soccer team, has withdrawn its bid to jump to the pros.
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Minnesota Aurora FC, the state's pre-professional women's soccer team, has withdrawn its bid to jump to the pros.
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