Who is the Gophers’ “Blanket Lady”?

We take a closer look at Alvera “Peps” Neuman, better known as the Gophers’ “Blanket Lady.” The 81-year-old superfan hasn’t missed a game since 2004 and has become a fixture at Minnesota women’s basketball games. But her story goes far beyond the stands — she once played competitively, founded her own team, and even scored 108 points in a single game.