UNLV spring showcase

■ Gates open at 11 a.m., Peter Johann Soccer Field on campus

■ Scrimmage scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m.

■ Free schedule magnet for first 1,000 fans ■ Admission is free ■ UNLV athletic apparel sale, 8 a.m. to noon, at the North Gym inside the Paul McDermott Physical Education complex on campus keeping his players healthy.

After an injury-riddled 2016 season, the Rebels came out of the spring with some nicks. UNLV lost its new starting center, Sid Acosta, who is scheduled to have knee surgery next week. Sanchez remains optimistic Acosta could return in the fall.

“Spring game is great,” Sanchez said. “You got fans out there, and you love to see some explosive plays on the offense. You’d love to see the defense have an exciting play or two. But the biggest thing is … you want to come out healthy.”

The Rebels will start with two goalline situations from the 8-yard line, then play two 25-minute halves. The 2017 recruiting class will be introduced to the fans during a five-minute halftime break. Gates open at 11 a.m. UNLV ATHLETICS APPAREL SALE

The popular biennial UNLV apparel sale returns Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the North Gym inside the Paul McDermott Physical Education complex.

The event will feature official men’s and women’s team apparel, including game uniforms, jerseys, warmups, coaching shirts and athletic shoes, as well as other memorabilia for sale. Prices range from $1 to $50. Contact Gilbert Manzano at gmanzano@reviewjournal. com or 702-383-0492. Follow @gmanzano24 on Twitter.