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Joseph Hamer's journey to being a Gophers top football recruit started with losing 65 pounds

Star Tribune Sports

Sep 16, 2026

Recruiting Across Minnesota: The Lakeville South senior weighed more than 360 pounds before focusing more on football and fitness. |!| Lakeville Gophers

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Joseph Hamer's journey to being a Gophers top football recruit started with losing 65 pounds

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