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Virginia RB Mike Hollins returns to football practice after surviving shooting

Virginia Cavaliers running back Mike Hollins made his return to the practice field on Tuesday after surviving a November shooting that killed three of his teammates. On the first day of spring practice, the fifth year senior participated in drills and made a downfield catch.

Four months ago, he was shot in the back and underwent two surgeries. He was taken off a ventilator four days after the shooting and was soon walking.

Head coach Tony Elliott told the media after practice that his veteran is "full-go" and expressed how proud he is of Hollins' recovery and strength.