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Ottney, Thompson Named WFCA/ Packers High School Co-Coaches Of The Year

Thu, 29 Dec 2005 17:26:10 CST

Phil Ottney, coach at Glenwood City, and Dennis Thompson, coach at Racine Park, have been named as the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association/Green Bay Packers High School Co-Coaches of the Year, the Packers announced today. The award is presented to two coaches this year because of a voting tie.

In his 25th year at Glenwood City, and 19th as head coach, Ottney served as President of the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association for the past two years and is beginning his two-year term as past president under current coach Dan Brunner. He will be inducted into the WFCA Hall of Fame in the spring of 2006.

Ottney is a University of Wisconsin-La Crosse graduate, having played football there under newly-inducted College Hall of Fame coach Roger Harring. He played under coach John Hansen as a prep at Osseo (Minn.) High School. He is currently the physical education teacher at Glenwood City.

Assisted by Chase Rasmussen, Steve Dummer, Joe Heinbuch, Justin Kuehndorf, ..

Brett Favre Fourward Foundation Makes Donations To 17 Charities

Wed, 28 Dec 2005 16:10:19 CST

NEARLY $180,000 DONATED TO WISCONSIN ORGANIZATIONS

Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre today announced donations from the Brett Favre Fourward Foundation to 17 charities benefiting Wisconsin youth.

The donations, representing a total of $179,900 raised from this year's annual Brett Favre Celebrity Softball Game and Foundation dinner, went to the following organizations:

-Brown County Library's "Give a Kid a Book" program.

-Cerebral Palsy of Wisconsin.

-Curative Foundation, a Milwaukee organization that provides special services to children from birth to age 18.

-Dream Factory, a Cornell, Wis., organization that grants dreams of critically and chronically ill children in the Chippewa Valley area.

-Free S.P.I.R.I.T Riders, a Fond du Lac, Wis., therapeutic equestrian program for disabled children.

-Madison 32 Masonic Learning Center for Children, a Madison, Wis., organization that provides one-on-..

Local Punt, Pass And Kick Competitors Reach Finals

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Tue, 27 Dec 2005 15:09:02 CST

The Green Bay Packers will be represented in the AFC Playoffs.

No, the Packers have not switched conferences, but three participants from the Packers Punt, Pass and Kick competition team have advanced to the 2005-2006 national finals, which takes place at the AFC divisional playoff game.

Displaying their arm and leg strength, Wisconsinites David Giroux (boys 8/9 division) of Plover, Anna Morgan (girls 12/13 division) of South Range and Laura Atkinson (girls 14/15 division) of Oregon will represent the Packers. Giroux achieved a combined distance of 236 feet, five inches, Morgan amassed 273 feet, 11 inches and Atkinson recorded 275 feet, three inches.

Brackets are broken down into the following age groups: eight and nine-year-olds, 10 and 11-year-olds, 12 and 13-year-olds and 14 and 15-year-olds. The NFL awards eight winners or a boy and girl from each age group.

The top four from each bracket advanced to the finals. All 32 members receive an expen..

Kathy Lazzaro Named Eighth Member Of Packers FAN Hall Of Fame

Fri, 16 Dec 2005 11:18:58 CST

Kathy Lazzaro of Milwaukee was named the eighth member of the Green Bay Packers FAN Hall of Fame Friday.

Lazzaro was nominated by Joseph M. Fasi II of Brookfield, Wis., who met her earlier this year when he joined her for a drive to Green Bay for the home opener, Sept. 18, vs. Cleveland.

In his nomination letter, Fasi said, "I have in the past read about the ultimate fan and thought I knew some. However, when I met Kathy Lazzaro this year, I finally found the living definition of the ULTIMATE FAN.

"Kathy Lazzaro is a wonderful, soft-spoken woman about 60 years old. She has been a widow for the last 5 years. She NEVER misses a home game, driving up to Green Bay with her son Joseph. My daughter and I shared a ride to Green Bay with Kathy and her son to the Browns game. As we drove to Green Bay, I found out that her home is a Packers shrine set up in a room with green and gold and icons to honor her beloved Pack..

Connie Payton & Bonita Favre To Sign 'Payton' & 'Favre' Monday At The Packers Pro Shop

Thu, 08 Dec 2005 14:04:52 CST

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Holiday shoppers searching for the perfect gift for the football fans on their lists need not look further than Monday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Packers Pro Shop where Connie Payton, widow of the great Walter Payton, and Bonita Favre, mother of Packers quarterback Brett Favre, will be signing the biographies "PAYTON" and "FAVRE," respectively.

The signing marks the fourth appearance for Bonita Favre, with each previous signing attracting a strong contingent of fans.

"PAYTON," written by Connie and Walter's two children, Jarrett and Brittney, captures the life of an on-field superstar who wanted most to be the consummate team player. He was a man who left everything on the field, always put family first and committed himself to giving back to the community. The man known ..

Packers Ring In The Holidays With Area Cancer Children

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Wed, 07 Dec 2005 13:45:24 CST

Sam, an 11-year-old from Gillett, Wis., had reason to party. After suffering a brain tumor at age 10, he is now disease-free.

And party he did.

Children with cancer and Green Bay Packers players celebrated the holiday season at the fourth annual "Families of Children With Cancer Christmas Party" on Tuesday at St. Mark Lutheran Church in DePere, Wis.

"Just getting to talk to the Packers," Sam said. "It's awesome."

Those Packers included Aaron Kampman, Corey Williams, Ahmad Carroll, Patrick Dendy, Cullen Jenkins, Craig Nall, Kevin Barry, Mark Tauscher, Kenny Peterson, Nick Collins and Vonta Leach. The Packers ate ice cream and pizza, played a variety of games, sang Christmas carols and read Christmas stories all while mingling with the families.

"It means a lot to the kids," said Kathy Toonen, president of Families of Children With Cancer. "It gives them a lot of hope."

Toonen estimated that 250 people attended. Children from ages ..

Franks Defeats Pollard In Salvation Army 'Ring Off'

Tue, 06 Dec 2005 19:54:55 CST

Green Bay Packers tight end Bubba Franks Tuesday soundly defeated Detroit Lions tight end Marcus Pollard in a Salvation Army kettle contest.

Franks raised $5,185.05 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army's big red kettle in the Younkers wing of the Bay Park Square Mall in Ashwaubenon. Franks' total included $2,500 from Tweet Garot Mechanical of Green Bay, who matched each dollar contributed up to $2,500 to help the cause.

Pollard raised $1,820 at the same time (12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern) at a Wal-Mart in Canton, Mich.

Franks and the Salvation Army extend their thanks to all supporters who contributed.

In a similar 2002 contest, Franks "out rang" the Minnesota Vikings' Byron Chamberlain while raising nearly $2,000 during his one hour of ringing.

Bubba Franks To Face Lions' Marcus Pollard In Salvation Army Kettle Contest Dec. 6

Thu, 01 Dec 2005 17:08:14 CST

In a battle of tight ends that will preview the Dec. 11 Green Bay-Detroit contest at Lambeau Field, the Packers' Bubba Franks will compete against the Lions' Marcus Pollard Tuesday, Dec. 6, in a Salvation Army kettle contest.

The match's outcome will be decided by who can raise the most money for the Salvation Army in one hour.

Franks will be ringing his bell and collecting money from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army's big red kettle in the Younkers wing of the Bay Park Square Mall in Ashwaubenon. Pollard will be collecting money at the same time (12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Eastern) at a Detroit-area mall.

Packers fans are encouraged to help Franks raise money for the Salvation Army and defeat Pollard in the collection contest. Interested donors who are not in a position to go to the mall to donate are encouraged to pool donations with co-workers or friends who can make it to the mall for the donation.

In a similar 2002 contest, Franks ..

Garcia, Nickel and Harris To Present At 'Football 101, An NFL Workshop For Women'

Wed, 30 Nov 2005 14:45:59 CST

WTMJ-TV'S JESSIE GARCIA AND MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL'S LORI NICKEL TO PRESENT AT 'FOOTBALL 101, AN NFL WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN,' DEC. 5; PACKERS CORNERBACK AL HARRIS ALSO TO PRESENT AT CLINIC

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The Green Bay Packers Wednesday announced that WTMJ-TV's Jessie Garcia, a sideline reporter for Packers preseason game telecasts, and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Lori Nickel, a Packers beat reporter, will be featured presenters at 'Football 101, An NFL Workshop for Women,' Dec. 5.

Packers players Al Harris, Colin Cole, Craig Nall and B.J. Sander will participate in the evening's activities as well.

An interactive and entertaining evening geared for women to learn the basics of football, 'Football 101' will take place on the Associated Bank Club Level at the Lambeau Field Atrium and in the Don Hutson Center. Cost fo..

Final Supply Of Pink Hats Available At Packers Pro Shop

Mon, 28 Nov 2005 17:00:32 CST

POPULAR FUND-RAISING HATS NOT LIKELY TO LAST THROUGH WEEK; ALSO AVAILABLE THROUGH MANY AMERICAN FAMILY AGENTS STATEWIDE

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Packers Breast Cancer Caps remain available at the Packers Pro Shop, but if supporters of the campaign are interested in purchasing one, they are advised to do so in the next few days as this final shipment is not likely to last through the week.

Kate Hogan, the Packers' director of retail operations, said the final stock is on the shelves now.

"We wanted people to know that we're down to our last supply of caps for the campaign," Hogan said. "A fair number are available, but with the holiday shopping season in full swing, they'll probably be gone in a few days.

"We're very, very thankful and appreciative of the tremendous support this campaign has ..

Voting In Progress For Packers FAN Hall Of Fame

Wed, 23 Nov 2005 16:11:35 CST

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Voting is underway to select the eighth member of the Packers FAN Hall of Fame.

Last month, Packers fans were asked to nominate themselves or a friend for the honor with an essay of 500 words or less, accompanied by a photo, telling why they should be recognized.

From those nominations, 10 finalists were selected by the Packers FAN Hall of Fame selection committee, comprised of members of the Packers front office and the Packers Hall of Fame Board of Directors.

This year's 10 finalists are:
-Rudy Carmenaty, Massapequa Park, N.Y.
-Caroline B. Comella, Appleton, Wis.
-Bob Esch, Caledonia, Minn.
-Jeff Kahlow, Fond du Lac, Wis.
-Kathy Lazzaro, Milwaukee.
-Patrick Finkler, Reading, Mass.
-Thomas P. Hay, Sun Prairie, Wis.
-Frank Parks, Newfield, N.J.
-Ray Schrader, Wabeno, Wis.
-April Skony, Jupiter,..

Packers And WFCA Announce 2005 All-State Team

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 10:12:00 CST

The Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association today announced the 2005 WFCA All-State Football Team.

Players receiving the honors were voted upon by members of the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association.

The Packers and the WFCA salute the young men receiving the honors and congratulate all players on another fine season of high school football.

Click here for a list of the first-team offense and defense, followed by players who received all-state honorable mention.

Marines To Collect 'Toys For Tots' During Monday Night Game

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 17:03:15 CST

The yearly 'Toys for Tots' campaign will take place prior to Monday night's Packers-Vikings game.

Fans attending the contest are asked to bring new, unwrapped toys which will be distributed by the Salvation Army to children in need this holiday season.

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps will be present at all gates leading into Lambeau Field to assist in collecting the toys.

Earlier collection efforts at Packers games this season have been well supported by fans.

In September, more than $200,000 was donated by the team and its fans to the American Red Cross' Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund. The New Orleans Saints game saw the Packers Women's Association collect more than $12,000 and 19,600 non-perishable food items for Paul's Pantry. More than 300 cell phones were collected at the Pittsburgh Steelers contest for the Verizon Wireless HopeLine program.

Ron Wolf To Sign Copies Of 'Green, Gold And Proud' At Packers Pro Shop Sunday

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 17:07:00 CST

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Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer Ron Wolf, the team's general manager from 1992 to 2000, will sign copies of the Packers' new coffee-table book, Green, Gold and Proud, at the Packers Pro Shop on Sunday, Nov. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m.

This Sunday's signing represents a great opportunity for fans to meet the Packers legend and pick up a special holiday gift.

Packed with hundreds of vivid, full-color photos that capture the true Packers experience, Green, Gold, and Proud takes fans from the raucous excitement of a game to the green and gold living rooms, cars, and shrines across the country. In addition to photos, the book is filled with many interesting stories of the team's wildly supportive fans throughout the nation.

Every copy of Green, Gold, and Proud comes with a DVD documentary titled, The Legend ..

Packers To Host 'All Pro Dad Fathers & Kids Experience' Dec. 10

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 16:58:30 CST

AFTERNOON TO FOCUS ON DADS AND KIDS, IMPORTANCE OF BEING A GOOD FATHER

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Of the countless Green Bay Packers fans, many, no doubt, are dads and their children who together take great pleasure in following the Green and Gold.

On Saturday afternoon, Dec. 10, on the Lambeau Field Atrium's Associated Bank Club Level and at the Don Hutson Center, dads and kids will have a chance to share another special experience with the Packers as the team hosts 'All Pro Dad Fathers and Kids Experience,' a program that celebrates the family and being a good father.

Among the activities scheduled for the day are interactive games for kids at the Don Hutson Center and a presentation, "10 Ways to be an All Pro Dad," by All Pro Dad president Mark Merrill.

The afternoon's agenda is as follows:
* 1 p.m. - Registration, Don Hutson Center; first 250 dads will receive T-shirt..

Hilbert's Moreau Named Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Thu, 10 Nov 2005 10:53:55 CST

Mike Moreau of Hilbert High School has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week for the final award of the 2005 season, the Packers announced Thursday.

The 2003 inductee to the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame has completed his 25th season of coaching the Wolves. He also served 16 years as athletics director and three years as an assistant coach. He is in his 31st year as physical education teacher at Division 7 Hilbert.

After coaching six teams to the state championship, winning three of those contests, Moreau finished with an amazing 205-56 career record. The Wolves finished the 2005 season 8-4 after losing to Pacelli, 7-0, in the third round of the Level III playoffs.

After playing as a prep under George Guisck at Iron Mountain (Mich.) High School he attended Northern Michigan University. Moreau oversees a varsity squad of 34 (68 players overall) assisted by Marty Podmolik, Stan Diedrich, Jason Grenzer, Mike Breckhe..

Henderson To Sign Autographs To Raise Money For 'The Angel Fund'

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 10:41:01 CST

Packers All-Pro fullback William Henderson on December 10 will be raising money for 'The Angel Fund for Children with Cancer, Inc.'

For a donation to the charity, fans can receive Henderson's autograph at the Furniture & Appliance Outlet, located at 1180 Mid Valley Road in Green Bay, Wis., from 2-4 p.m.

All proceeds will be donated to 'The Angel Fund.'

The Angel Fund is dedicated to giving financial and social support to families residing in Northeastern Wisconsin whose children are receiving treatment for cancer or bone marrow.

Punt, Pass and Kick Participants Compete At Lambeau Field

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Tue, 08 Nov 2005 10:35:22 CST

Forty boys and girls participated in the punt, pass, and kick competition at the Don Hutson Center and were introduced during halftime of the Green Bay Packers-Pittsburgh Steelers game on Sunday.

The kids hailed from all over the state of Wisconsin. Competing in age brackets for eight and nine-year olds, 10 and 11-year-olds, 12 and 13-year-olds and 14 and 15-year-olds, they won regional and sectional matches, earning the right to show their skills at Lambeau Field in front of 70, 607 fans.

"The kids got a kick out of it as much the parents did," said Bobbi Jo Eisenreich, community relations assistant for the Green Bay Packers.

Packers wide receiver Chad Lucas provided another highlight for the kids as he spoke in the Don Huston Center to the entire group adorned in Packers jerseys.

The winners and their respective age groups were: Brooke Koeser from New Holstein (eight to nine- year-old girl) David Giroux from Plover (eight to nine-year-old boy), K..

'Football 101, NFL Workshop for Women' Returns December 5 To Lambeau Field Atrium, Hutson Center

Tue, 08 Nov 2005 11:54:40 CST

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The Green Bay Packers on Dec. 5 again will host the popular 'Football 101, An NFL Workshop for Women.'

An interactive and entertaining evening geared for women to learn the basics of football, 'Football 101' will take place on the Associated Bank Club Level at the Lambeau Field Atrium and in the Don Hutson Center. Cost for the evening is $65.

The evening's activities include a welcome reception, a general lecture about football, a question-and-answer session with wives of Packers players, coaches and other personnel, a tour of Lambeau Field and a clinic and drills with Packers players at the Don Hutson Center.

The evening's agenda includes the following:

4 to 5 p.m. - registration, Associated Bank Club Level; hors d'oeuvres and refreshments.

5 to 5:45 p.m. - welcome and informative football lecture.

5:45 to 6:1..

Kaytee To Debut Promotional Program In Football

Thu, 03 Nov 2005 01:04:04 CST

KAYTEE ADDS NEW VALUE TO ROLE AS PROUD SPONSOR OF THE GREEN BAY PACKERS

KAYTEE Products, Inc., known for superior quality, reliable service and innovative new products, would like to announce a new retail promotion with the Green Bay Packers and local Wisconsin retailers.

This fall, KAYTEE will work with local retailers to create a "Family Fantasy Day Sweepstakes" where a family can win the ultimate VIP Game Day Experience by simply signing up at their local, participating store. The sweepstakes, held between October 28 and November 20, will be supported with football-themed end aisle displays.

"As a local manufacturer, we are proud to be involved in the Green Bay Packers promotion," said Jim Glassford, Vice President of Marketing for KAYTEE. "Everyone here at KAYTEE enjoys the football season and we're excited to be part of such an event."

"We are absolutely delighted to have KAYTEE as a new corporate partner. The family-oriented promotions..

Reedsburg's Beyer Named Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Thu, 03 Nov 2005 00:55:09 CST

Reedsburg High School's Clint Beyer has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Thursday.

In his eighth year with the Beavers, second as head coach, Beyer has brought his varsity squad of 34 to the third round of the WIAA Division 3 playoffs. He inherited a team that hadn't won a game since the 2001 season. Reedsburg, a member of the Badger-North conference has accumulated an 8-3 record entering Saturday's fray against Rice Lake at 2 p.m.

Beyer came to Reedsburg after a two-year stint at Nekoosa High School. He is a graduate of University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, playing under Hall of Fame coach Roger Harring. He played for Tim Wilson at Plum City (Wis.) High School. In his 13th year as an educator, Beyer is currently the assistant principal at Webb Middle School.

Assisted by Eric Sukup, Mark Simon, Matt Delkamp, Brad Schultz, Brad Gawronski, Jason Young, Gary Syftestad, Jerry Griffin, Erik Rosholt, Dennis Birr, Russ..

Wireless Phone Drive To Be Held Nov. 6 At Lambeau Field

Mon, 31 Oct 2005 09:52:41 CST

Packers, Verizon Team Up To Provide Hopeline For Domestic Violence Victims

Verizon Wireless and the Green Bay Packers are teaming up to invite fans to help victims of domestic violence in local communities.

A phone collection drive will be held on Sunday, Nov. 6, at Lambeau Field, prior to the Packers' scheduled 3:15 p.m. game versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. Beginning at 1 p.m., when the gates open, fans can donate no-longer-used wireless handsets and accessories from any service provider at each of the five Lambeau Field entrances. The wireless equipment will be collected for Verizon Wireless' HopeLine(r) program.

Through its award-winning HopeLine program, Verizon Wireless collects no-longer-used wireless phones and accessories from any wireless service provider. Most of the donated phones and equipment are refurbished and sold, with proceeds going to support domestic violence awareness and prevention programs, including those in Wisconsin. A..

Xavier High's Dave Hinkens Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Mon, 24 Oct 2005 22:28:49 CST

Appleton Xavier High School's Dave Hinkens has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Monday.

Hinkens, in his fifth year at the helm of the Hawks, has produced back-to-back undefeated Valley 8 Conference seasons. Xavier is 38-13 under Hinkens and 8-1 this season heading into tomorrow night's Division 4 playoff game against Denmark.

"I'm very honored to receive this award from the Green Bay Packers and the NFL," Hinkens said. "It's very special to me and I think it really represents a lot about our program. Our football team is playing at a very high level right now and we have a very difficult game tomorrow night against Denmark. We need to play at a very high level because they're a very good team."

A Kaukauna High School prep player, Hinkens was coached there by Bill Biekola. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Hinkens went on to coach at Kaukauna High School (1990-99) under his father, Gle..

Children, Families Enjoy Halloween-Themed 'Spooktacular Fun'

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Sat, 22 Oct 2005 14:43:59 CST

Lambeau Field has traditionally served as a scary place for opposing NFL teams to play.

On Saturday it served as frightening place for children of all ages as the Green Bay Packers hosted their third annual Halloween-themed "Spooktacular Fun" from 10am. to 4p.m.

The Lambeau Field Atrium featured ghoulish displays of witches, werewolves, ghosts and Frankensteins. An estimated 7,000 people attended the free event, and many arrived in their Halloween gear.

"It's fun, seeing all the kids dressed up," said Dymond, 13, of Green Bay, Wis., who cited a Cinderella costume as her favorite.

The event included four face painting stations where spiders and bats were the most requested drawings. At four craft stations, children could contort black pipe cleaners and glue googly eyes to make spiders. They also could pick out a pumpkin from a patch and create their own design with magic marker.

"This is awesome. I'd recommend it to any parent with young ki..

Packers-Vikings Monday Night Game On Nov. 21 To Serve As Collection Date For 'Toys For Tots'

Thu, 20 Oct 2005 14:23:16 CST

Each year, Lambeau Field serves as a collection point for the 'Toys for Tots' campaign.

This year's collection date has been set for Monday, November 21, prior to the Packers-Vikings game.

Members of the U.S. Marine Corp Reserves will collect new, unwrapped toys, which are given to children in need during the holiday season.

Additionally, monetary donations are collected and used to purchase toys for a specific age group that may not have received an ample supply through donations.

The goal of the program is to deliver a message of hope to a needy youngster through a new toy. Through the years, thousands of toys have been collected and distributed to area youngsters.

Saint Croix Falls' Keith O'Donnell Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Thu, 20 Oct 2005 16:25:51 CST

Keith O'Donnell, coach at Saint Croix Falls High School, has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Thursday.

In his 34th year as head coach of the Saints, O'Donnell has brought the Division 5 Lakeland Large school to a 5-0 conference record (8-0 overall) including three shutouts. Saint Croix Falls faces Flambeau tonight in the conference championship. The Saints have already clinched a playoff spot, making this their first post-season appearance since 1993.

O'Donnell, a Stockbridge, Wis., native, attended Wisconsin Rapids Assumption High School where he was coached by Don Penza. He played college football under Ron Skipper at Central College in Iowa. His current post is as physical education teacher at Saint Croix Falls.

Assisted by Jason Sinz, Jason Manning, Steve Ruble, Steve Bont, Don Peterson and Bink Ward, O'Donnell, who has also served as the Saints' wrestling coach for the past 23 years, began his first ye..

Packers Team With Big Brothers Big Sisters For 'Hometown Huddle'

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Wed, 19 Oct 2005 10:58:26 CST

The Green Bay Packers took part in the sixth annual "Hometown Huddle," an NFL-wide day of community service by setting up a designated Big Brothers Big Sisters seating area and bowling with the mentors and children on Tuesday.

Packers' players Vonta Leach, Aaron Rodgers, Nick Collins, Zac Woodfin, Corey Williams and Patrick Dendy participated along with more than 50 people from Big Brothers Big Sisters.

"I like doing these events. I love kids," said Rodgers, who hopes to set up a foundation one day and still hangs out with his personal cyclist from training camp. "There are a lot of kids out there who don't have a good father figure. If I can make an impact on just one kid with the way I play and what I do off the field, to me that's success."

The players began by arranging furniture in the Kohl's wing of Bay Park Square Mall in Ashwaubenon, Wis. Players carried a Big Brothers Big Sisters sign and four plush chairs to a high-traffic area of the mall. The tw..

Lambeau Field Atrium To Host Third Annual 'Spooktacular Fun' Oct. 22; Free Event Open To Area Youth

Sat, 15 Oct 2005 15:18:25 CST

The Green Bay Packers will host the third annual Halloween-themed event, 'Spooktacular Fun,' Saturday, Oct. 22, in the Lambeau Field Atrium, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event, modeled after previous years' successful gatherings, again features interactive and entertaining activities, including sing-along music, magic, miming, clowns, stilt walkers, a juggler and a comedy group.

Children also will have the opportunity have their faces painted and will receive a special Halloween giveaway at the door.

"Halloween is an exciting time of year for our children and we're delighted to again welcome everyone to the Atrium for 'Spooktacular Fun,' " said Cathy Dworak, the Packers' manager of community relations. "We've got a few new features to offer kids and their families this year, including a comedy show. The favorites also will be here, of course, including the 'Jolly Giant' stilt walkers - they're a big hit with everyone."

A main stage, along with four s..

Packers Fans Can 'Click' Their Team To Victory

Wed, 12 Oct 2005 23:56:53 CST

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Packers fans...it's that time of year again and we need your help!

The Green Bay Packers are in search of a fourth consecutive win in the Campbell's Chunky Soup "Click for Cans" online initiative to tackle hunger in NFL communities.

This fall, Campbell's Chunky Soup invites fans from across the country to vote for their favorite NFL team to help food banks in their local community.

Green Bay Packers fans last year registered more than 155,000 clicks to capture their third consecutive victory, earning souper donations for Paul's Pantry, the Salvation Army, Manna for Life and St. Patrick's Food Pantry.

A victory would be a win not only for the team, but also for Green Bay's local food banks, which would earn the weight of the Packers roster in Chunky Soup cans - over 14,400 cans of soup!

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David Armour Of Malcolm X Academy Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Wed, 12 Oct 2005 15:17:35 CST
David Armour, coach at Malcolm X Academy High School, has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Wednesday.

Armour, a parent specialist at Malcolm X, coaches 34 varsity players. In its first year of varsity competition, the Milwaukee school is playing an independent schedule made up of six of 2004's playoff teams. All of Malcolm X's games are played on the road.

In his second year with the Maroon, Armour, a graduate of Milwaukee South Division High School, playing under coach Wiliam Bartholmew, and Concordia University in Mequon, Wis., playing under coach Courtney Meyers, played for and later coached the semi-professional Milwaukee Express and Flames. After a stint with the Athletes for Youth League in Milwaukee, he entered his current post at Malcolm X.

"I'd like to thank the Packers for considering me," Armour said. "It's been a long, rough season but we're taking all of the struggles we had in stride. I'd like ..

Weyauwega-Fremont's Chase Named Packers Coach Of The Week

Thu, 06 Oct 2005 16:41:02 CST
Weyauwega-Fremont's Tom Chase has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Thursday.

Chase, in his 16th year as the head coach, has led the Indians to seven straight winning seasons. He served as an assistant at Weyauwega-Fremont from 1988-90 under Jim Otte, his former high school coach, and is currently the district representative for the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association.

Along with assistant coaches Pat Fee, Mike Hansen, Jake Ekern and Dan LeClaire, Chase oversees a varsity team of 55 players.

Born in Waupaca, Wis., Chase and his wife Tammy have two sons: Chris (14) and Cody (10). A 1981 graduate of Weyauwega High School, Chase went on to University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

"We have a very dedicated, very focused team," Chase said. "We have 20 seniors out and they're all very good football players and they have shown a great amount of leadership for us. I am ecstatic about winning the award, but it is ..

Sunday's Game Marks 19th Annual Packers Women's Association Food Drive

Tue, 04 Oct 2005 16:17:21 CST
The Packers Women's Association will hold its 19th Annual Food Drive for Paul's Pantry prior to Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints at Lambeau Field.

PWA members, who will be wearing their husband's or significant other's jersey or PWA jerseys, will collect non-perishable food items and cash donations in the stadium parking lot and at the gates prior to kickoff. Food items can be placed in bins located throughout the Lambeau Field parking lot. Volunteers from Paul's Pantry will be assisting with the collection.

As an added incentive to donate to the food drive, fans have an opportunity to win Packers autographed items. For every $5 donation or five non-perishable food items contributed, a fan will receive a ticket stub. The winning ticket numbers will be drawn and announced on the matrix board during the game. Fans with the winning ticket stubs can pick up their item at the Fan Assistance booth at section 109 in the stadium's main concourse.

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Shoreland Lutheran's Stein Named Packers High School C.O.W.

Wed, 28 Sep 2005 17:11:02 CST
Mark Stein, coach of Shoreland Lutheran High School has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Wednesday.

The sixth-year head coach has brought the Pacers, located in Kenosha County, to their first WIAA playoff appearance. It is only the sixth year for the varsity football program at Shoreland Lutheran.

"It's a privilege and an honor to have the NFL and the Green Bay Packers do something like this for our small high school and for our kids," Stein said. "I really appreciate it."

Stein was coached by Jack Gronholz at Martin Luther College in Minnesota and by Roger Shurltz and Norv Kock at Nebraska Lutheran High School in Waco, Neb. He served as assistant coach at Wisconsin Lutheran High School in Milwaukee, Wis. from 1995-1999.

Assistant coaches at Shoreland Lutheran are Tim Treder, Larry Dickerson and Paul Strutz. Born in Crete, Ill., Stein and his wife Melissa have two daughters, Megan and Mariah, and a ..

Hilltoppers' Coach Ottney Named Packers High School C.O.W.

Thu, 22 Sep 2005 15:17:33 CST
Glenwood City High School coach Phil Ottney has been named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced Thursday.

In his 25th year at Glenwood City and 19th as head coach, Ottney served as President of the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association for the past two years and is beginning his two-year term as past president under current coach Dan Brunner.

Ottney is a University of Wisconsin-La Crosse graduate, having played football there under newly-inducted College Hall of Fame coach Roger Harring. He played under coach John Hansen as a prep at Osseo (Minn.) High School. He is currently the physical education teacher at Glenwood City.

Assisted by Chase Rasmussen, Steve Dummer, Joe Heinbuch and Justin Kuehndorf, Ottney and his staff oversee a varsity team of 30 players. Married to Karen, the couple has four sons: Matthew, Dan, Garrett and Marcus.

The Hilltoppers, a Division 5 school in the Dunn-St. Croix conference, are curre..

Kolstad, Witteck Each Named Packers High School Coach Of The Week

Thu, 15 Sep 2005 16:25:49 CST
IN HONOR OF 100th EAST-WEST FOOTBALL MATCHUP, COACHES KOLSTAD, WITTECK NAMED GREEN BAY PACKERS HIGH SCHOOL COACHES OF THE WEEK

In honor of the historic 100th annual Green Bay East-Green Bay West game on Sept. 17, Green Bay East coach John Kolstad and Green Bay West coach Chris Witteck were each named Green Bay Packers High School Coach of the Week, the Packers announced.

Traditionally awarded to one coach per week, this year the honor is given to both Kolstad and Witteck in the same week, each coach receiving full Coach of the Week recognition.

First-year coach Witteck served as an assistant at Green Bay West for the previous four years. A 1998 graduate of Northwestern University, he played linebacker for the Wildcats under current Arizona Cardinals coach Dennis Green, after spending his first two collegiate years at Nassau (N.Y.) Community College. He was coached at Valley Stream North (N.Y.) High School by John Meile and Walter Bachman. Born in Q..

Home-Opener To Assist Hurricane Relief; Packers Donate $100,000

Mon, 12 Sep 2005 13:40:27 CST
GREEN BAY'S HOME OPENER VS. CLEVELAND TO ASSIST HURRICANE RELIEF; PACKERS TO KICK OFF SUPPORT WITH $100,000 DONATION TO RED CROSS; FANS ENCOURAGED TO CONTRIBUTE AT GAME

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The Green Bay Packers Monday announced plans to donate $100,000 to the American Red Cross' Hurricane Relief Fund as a kickoff to fundraising efforts taking place at the team's home opener Sunday vs. the Cleveland Browns.

In addition to the team's pledge, fans attending the Browns' game also will have the opportunity to donate money as they enter the stadium gates. Firefighters and law enforcement personnel from agencies around Brown County will be on hand at each gate to collect donations as fans enter the stadium. Fans donating with a check should have them made out..

NFL Designates Sept. 18-19 'Hurricane Relief Weekend'

Thu, 08 Sep 2005 17:25:05 CST
NEARLY $8 MILLION COLLECTED SO FAR BY LEAGUE, PLAYERS AND COACHES

The National Football League has designated week two of its season (Sept. 18-19) as "Hurricane Relief Weekend," which will culminate with an unprecedented fund-raising telethon that will be part of ABC's Monday Night Football, Commissioner Paul Tagliabue announced.

Under the theme of "Recover & Rebuild," the NFL, its clubs, network television partners (ABC, CBS, ESPN and FOX), and sponsors will use the Sept. 18-19 NFL games in a special way as part of an ongoing initiative to raise funds and bring attention to the massive needs of the Gulf Coast region following the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, Commissioner Tagliabue said.

"The Gulf Coast and our entire nation face extraordinary challenges," Commissioner Tagliabue stated. "We will continue to do our part to contribute to the recovery and rebuilding process. The weekend of what should have been the Saints' first home game ..

Packers Sign Autographs To Benefit Hurricane Victims

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Sun, 04 Sep 2005 15:41:33 CST
The Green Bay Packers may have just defeated the Tennessee Titans 21-17, but long snapper Rob Davis felt a lump in his heart. Worried about the devestation inflicted by Hurricane Katrina, he went through the locker room, looking for volunteers to aid the relief effort.

"We just wanted to make sure we had a presence from the Packers," Davis said. "We're trying to help out as best as we can."

The Packers helped out indeed.

In conjunction with the American Red Cross, several Packers players signed autographs on Sunday at Bay Park Square Mall in Green Bay, Wis., raising over $16,000 in just two hours to benefit the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

Any monetary contribution entitled patrons to an autograph on one item. For a $100 donation, they could visit each of the three autograph tables. They were also encouraged to donate blood at the Red Cross blood drive in the mall.

By 12:30p.m., Red Cross officials estimated 500 people had already arrived..

Packers & Red Cross To Team Up Sunday For Hurricane Relief

Fri, 02 Sep 2005 15:06:09 CST
AUTOGRAPH SESSION AND BLOOD DRIVE TO TAKE PLACE AT BAY PARK SQUARE

The Green Bay Packers and the American Red Cross are teaming up to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina with an autograph session and blood drive at Bay Park Square Mall Sunday.

The autograph session will take place from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at center court and the blood drive will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the ShopKo wing of the mall.

More than a dozen players, including Bubba Franks, Aaron Kampman, Robert Ferguson, Najeh Davenport and Aaron Rodgers, are expected to take part.

The players will be seated at tables, with three players at each location. Donations to each table are encouraged in exchange for autographs of the players seated at the respective tables.

The goal is to raise a substantial amount of money and supporters are asked to give what they can.

Supporters of the cause who are unable to attend Sunday's signing are encouraged to give ..

KGB Among 34 NFL Stars To 'Go To School' With Local Children

Thu, 18 Aug 2005 23:50:45 CST
At Least One NFL Player From Each Team to Participate in "Take A Player to School" presented by JCPenney Afterschool Program. Children Ages 6-to-13 Can Submit Entries at JCPenney Stores Nationwide through September 22.

Imagine sitting in class with Green Bay Packers defensive end KABEER GBAJA-BIAMILA. Picture a chalk talk with quarterbacks DONOVAN MCNABB of the Philadelphia Eagles, DAUNTE CULPEPPER of the Minnesota Vikings, JOEY HARRINGTON of the Detroit Lions, or CARSON PALMER of the Cincinnati Bengals.

That will be the scene in each NFL city this fall when one lucky student and his or her class will be joined by a player (see complete list below) as part of the NFL Take a Player to School presented by JCPenney Afterschool program.

Players will visit the schools on October 25, November 15 or December 6, and will speak with the students about the importance of education and afterschool programs.

Children ages six through thirteen, an..

Packers Launch Second Annual 'Summer Traditions'

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Sun, 14 Aug 2005 18:32:13 CST
Lambeau Field has some of the most up-to-date locker rooms, sound systems and training facilities, but they turned back the clock on Sunday as part of the second annual "Summer Traditions."

"It gives kids of all ages a chance to experience a day in the past," manager of community relations Cathy Dworak said.

More than 2,000 people attended the event set in 1908 when Curly Lambeau was 10 years-old and featuring activities that took place at the turn of the century.

Those events, located in tents at the northeast corner of the Lambeau Field parking lot, included miniature pie eating contests, face painting, a petting zoo, complimentary Breyers ice cream, tractor races, wood carving demonstrations and a live band. Covered wagons, pinwheels and other props from the early 1900s were situated around the tents.

Several activities encouraged children to become more active. They could compete in a three-legged, gunny sack and wheelbarrow races. At the sawdu..

Second Annual 'Summer Traditions At Lambeau Field' Slated For Aug. 14

Sat, 06 Aug 2005 12:26:03 CST
The second annual 'Summer Traditions at Lambeau Field,' celebrating the Green Bay Packers' tradition of family and Training Camp, is set for Sunday, Aug. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

One of four free Packers annual community events, 'Summer Traditions' is a family event set in the year 1908, when Curly Lambeau was 10 years old. The event will feature exciting activities that children experienced at the turn of the century. 'Summer Traditions' will take place outside in the northeast corner (Lombardi Ave. and Oneida St.) of the Lambeau Field parking lot.

As guests enter the event, they will pass two large covered wagons and receive 'Summer Traditions' pinwheels. In addition, Heritage Hill employees will be dressed as if the year was 1908 and mingling with guests. Old-time props and plants will be on display, making for great picture opportunities.

Events slated for the day include three-legged, gunny sack and wheelbarrow races, pie eating contests, a petting..

Splash Down: Tony Fisher Plays It Cool At The Zoo

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Sat, 16 Jul 2005 18:39:21 CST
Children may look up to the Green Bay Packers, but they also like to submerge them.

And they received their chance on Saturday afternoon as Packers running back Tony Fisher helped the Northeastern Wisconsin Zoo in Green Bay, Wis. celebrate it's third annual "Tail"Gate, an event which included a dunk tank, food, music and interactive sports games.

Fisher signed autographs and posed for pictures as an estimated 1,500 to 2,000 people attended the zoo's function, according to NEW Zoo director, Neil Anderson.

"It's an opportunity for me to be out in the public and intermingle with the fans," Fisher said. "Just to see the smiles on the kids' face -- that means a lot."

Indeed the children grinned when Fisher perched himself atop the dunk tank. For $1, they received five softball throws and five chances to drench the running back.

Fisher, however, was less enthused about getting dunked at first. He prefers to approach water more cautiously.
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Packers Team With American Family Insurance To Fight Breast Cancer

Thu, 07 Jul 2005 11:10:11 CST
BREAST CANCER CAP PROGRAM TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE CAUSE

The Green Bay Packers and American Family Insurance Thursday announced a joint effort to promote breast cancer awareness, raise funds to support those afflicted and sustain breast cancer research.

Through sales of the Packers Breast Cancer Cap, a pink baseball-styled cap featuring the Packers' 'G' on the front, with an American Family Insurance logo and breast cancer pink ribbon on the side, the Packers and American Family hope to raise more than $100,000 this season to be distributed to three state-wide breast cancer charities focusing on prevention, treatment and research.

"We're proud today to announce that we've joined forces with American Family Insurance in this endeavor against breast cancer," Packers President Bob Harlan said in making the announcement. "So many of us have been or will be touched by this disease, be it through a mother, sister, daughter, friend or ourselves. This is a gre..

'Summer Traditions At Lambeau Field' Set For August 14

Fri, 01 Jul 2005 11:35:59 CST
Packer fans of all ages will enjoy a fun-filled step back in time on Sunday, August 14, at 'Summer Traditions at Lambeau Field.'

The family event will allow everyone who passes through the gates the opportunity to experience some favorite children's activities from 1908, back when Curly Lambeau was just 10 years old.

Tents will be set up in the northeast parking lot outside of Lambeau Field, allowing kids and adults alike to participate in three-legged, gunny sack, wheelbarrow and tractor races, pie-eating contests, face painting or a sawdust treasure hunt.

Complimentary Breyers ice cream, a petting zoo, entertainment from that time period, along with a chainsaw carving demonstration will be an integral part of the day's festivities.

Guests will also have the opportunity to mingle with Heritage Hill employees who will be decked out in their finest 1908 attire.

Cancer Survivors Celebrate At Lambeau Field

Tue, 07 Jun 2005 16:56:58 CST
More than 800 cancer survivors spent Tuesday afternoon at Lambeau Field as part of Cancer Survivors' day.

As part of the celebration sponsored by the Green Bay Packers, Philip & Elizabeth Hendrickson Foundation, K.C. Stock Foundation, and St. Vincent Regional Cancer Center, Packers President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Harlan spoke to those in attendance.

Harlan was diagnosed with melanoma behind his right ear and on the back of his shoulder two years ago.

"I'm honored to be with you today," he said. "I wish you great health."

Harlan said he developed cancer in part because of his exposure to the sun. In the 1950s and 60s, few knew the risks of skin cancer and took less precaution. Harlan spent much of his time golfing and caddying under the sun often without a shirt. Now he says he wears a large-brimmed hat.

"I look like I'm going into the jungle looking for elephants," he quipped.

Prayer to St. Jude, the Saint responsible fo..

Green, Several Players Raise Money For Easter Seals

Mon, 06 Jun 2005 09:08:17 CST
Ahman Green and several teammates, other NFL players and assorted celebrities came together in Las Vegas last month and raised more than $100,000 for Easter Seals.

Having planned the event for nearly a year, Green recruited several of his peers and friends, more than 100 participants in all, to his first annual Ahman Green Shootout for Easter Seals. The golf tournament, hosted by the TPC at the Canyons, drew many of Green's current and former teammates, including Nick Barnett, Kevin Barry, Brad Bedell, Brennan Curtin, Donald Driver, William Henderson, Grey Ruegamer, Mark Tauscher and Mike Wahle.

"This event was a tremendous first step in expanding the services Easter Seals offers here in the Las Vegas market," said Brian Patchett, president and CEO of Easter Seals Southern Nevada. "Currently, there are 4,000 children unable to receive treatment through state programs, and Easter Seals will be there to meet this need in the community. We are very grateful for Ahman's..

Offense Tops Defense In Sixth Annual Brett Favre Celebrity Softball Game

Jeff Fedotin, Packers.com — Sun, 05 Jun 2005 20:46:45 CST
The Sixth Annual Brett Favre Celebrity Softball Game provided the Packers with a fun respite from the tedium of drills and technique work of the organized team activities as the Packers' offense defeated the Packers' defense 22-5.

"It's a nice break," WR Robert Ferguson said. "It's nice to get acclimated with the new guys."

A Favre softball game-record 8,505 fans, many of whom arrived hours before the game and tailgated in the parking lot, attended the event. Proceeds of the ticket sales went toward the Brett Favre Fourward Foundation.

The foundation provides aid to disadvantaged children residing in Wisconsin and Mississippi. Brett's wife, Deanna, estimated the contribution to be from $100,000 to $150,000.

"We expect it, though, from Green Bay," she said, describing the support for the cause. "It's incredible."

Deanna joined Brett on the winning offensive squad while their oldest daughter, Brittany, played for the defense during Sunday's..

Packers Team Up With Angel Fund For Edgar Bennett Celebrity Bowl-A-Thon

Jeff Harding, Packers.com — Sat, 04 Jun 2005 20:39:32 CST
Several Green Bay Packers Friday traded in their cleats for fashionable bowling shoes as they took to Riviera Lanes to bowl for fun and raise money for The Angel Fund for Children with Cancer, Inc. during the Edgar Bennett Celebrity Bowl-A-Thon.

The Angel Fund is dedicated to giving financial and social support to families residing in Brown County whose children are receiving treatment for cancer or bone marrow failure.

The event, which featured Bennett, a former Packers running back and now the team's running backs coach, along with other current Packers players, coaches and staff, raised $32,000 for The Angel Fund. It is the second such event for Bennett, who hosted a similar outing in 2003.

Bennett and the Packers thank Kraft Foods and Quality Inspection Center, the major sponsors of the event. Brunswick celebrity bowling balls were donated by Bobs' Business and the Brunswick Corporation, while JanSport provided the embroid..

Mike Sherman Celebrity Golf Open Raises Money For Cystic Fibrosis

Jeff Harding, Packers.com — Tue, 24 May 2005 14:54:10 CST
The Green Bay Packers 65 Roses Sports Club hosted the Mike Sherman Celebrity Golf Open, Monday. Proceeds from the tournamanet, now in its 17th year, are donated to the St. Vincent Hospital's Cystic Fibrosis Center and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Wisconsin.

Since its inception, the tournament has raised over $450,000 for research efforts.

Featured guests this year included Packers head coach Mike Sherman, several assistant coaches, players and staff from the organization, plus more than 144 golfers who had a chance to mingle and hit the links with the Packers.

"We have to thank the Green Bay Packers for helping with this event year after year," said tournament co-chair Chuck Lane, who is director of public relations at Humana. "It's their participation that makes this a success and it's why we have a waiting list of golfers every year."

Dozens of area businesses help to sponsor the event, with Humana taking the lead by sponsoring the event ..

Packers Aid Local Homeowner Through 'Rebuilding Together'

Jeff Harding, Packers.com — Sat, 21 May 2005 14:48:30 CST
For most of the year, the work day for Green Bay Packers employees starts and ends at Lambeau Field.

But not so last week for approximately two dozen individuals with ties to the organization, who got out into the community to participate in the annual event known as 'Rebuilding Together.'

Picking up power tools and paint brushes, the Packers employees did their best to spruce up the house of a local homeowner in need.

Improvements included the installation of a new roof, a new front porch equipped with handicapped access as well as the application of a fresh coat of exterior paint.

The house was the tenth in as many years to receive some TLC from the Packers, who used to cooperate with the project when it was called 'Christmas In May.'

The Green Bay Packers are just one of 21 corporate sponsors that came together this spring to see 9 local homes overhauled free of charge to the homeowners in need.

With the Packers participating s..

Packers Pro Shop Student Employees Place In DECA Competition

Lisa Treichel, Packers.com — Mon, 16 May 2005 11:20:20 CST
Six students employed at the Packers Pro Shop recently attended DECA's state-wide Career Development Conference in Lake Geneva, Wisc. DECA (Distributed Education Clubs of America) is an organization of high school students actively involved in the study of marketing, management and entrepreneurship.

Viewed as an integral part of the total academic program for all marketing students, DECA is unique among student organizations in that it is co-curricular. It provides many different opportunities for students to extend and reinforce their learning in economics, marketing, communications, mathematics and the application of information technologies.

The mission of DECA is to enhance the co-curricular education of students with interests in marketing, management and entrepreneurship. DECA helps students develop skills and competence for marketing careers, build self-esteem, experience leadership and practice community experience. DECA is committed to the advocacy ..

Packers Foundation Awards $119,000 In Grants To County, State Groups

Mon, 16 May 2005 12:16:34 CST
The Green Bay Packers Foundation has awarded $119,000 to 55 civic and charitable groups throughout the state of Wisconsin in its annual distribution of funds, Gary Rotherham, chairman of the Foundation committee, announced Monday.

With these disbursements, the Foundation has distributed $1,346,726 for charitable purposes since it was established in 1986 by Judge Robert J. Parins, then president of the Packers Corporation, "as a vehicle to assure continued contributions to charity."

The financial breakdown of the Foundation's contributions discloses that 35 grants - aggregating $94,000 - were awarded to Brown County organizations, among them the Libertas Treatment Center, St. Mary's Hospital, Wellspring and Youth Educated in Safety.

Additional grants, totaling $25,000, were made to 20 other groups around the state, among them
The Milwaukee Women's Center, Hoops w/Hope, Habitat for Humanity of Washington Co..

Second Annual Jerry Parins Cruise For Cancer Set For June 11

Fri, 13 May 2005 15:09:16 CST
MOTORCYCLE RIDE TO BENEFIT CANCER PATIENTS AND FAMILIES IN NORTHEASTERN WISCONSIN

The second annual Jerry Parins Cruise for Cancer, a motorcycle ride to benefit cancer patients and families throughout Northeastern Wisconsin, will be held on Saturday, June 11, 2005, it was announced Friday.

Pre-registration is currently available through www.cruiseforcancer.org or at Vandervest Harley-Davidson in Peshtigo and Vandervest Custom Cycles in Green Bay. A $10 rider donation is required to ride in the event. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. at Lambeau Field on the day of the ride. Starbuck's Coffee and Krispy Kreme donuts will be available for the riders. Also, registration will occur at Vandervest Harley-Davison in Peshtigo beginning at 10:00 a.m. Additionally, riders who pre-register by June 5 are eligible for a chance to win a Packers autographed item.

The ride will leave Lambeau Field promptl..

Ahman Green Teams With Easter Seals For Celebrity Golf Shootout

Thu, 12 May 2005 15:28:55 CST
Easter Seals Southern Nevada (ESSN) is pleased to announce that Ahman Green, famed running back for the Green Bay Packers (#30), will kickoff the first of an ongoing series of celebrity fundraising events to benefit the proposed new Child Development Center to be located at 6200 West Oakey Boulevard.

The Ahman Green Golf Shootout For Easter Seals will take place on May 20, 2005, at TPC at THE CANYONS, 9851 Canyon Run Drive, starting with an 8 AM breakfast. "Celebrity Foursomes" can be purchased for Three Thousand Dollars. Golfers and celebrities will also attend the "1st Team Dinner" at 6 PM in the Mandalay Bay Ballroom followed by an "After Party" at LIGHT(tm), the nightclub at the Bellagio. Tickets for the "1st Team Dinner" and "After Party" can be purchased separately for one hundred and fifty dollars per person.

Ahman Green, Jim Brown, Jake Plummer, Carson Palmer, Joey Harrington, Tony Fisher, Jeremiah Trotter, Reggie Wayne, Donald Driver, Leroy Bulter, A..

Bills To Join Packers In Training Camp, Family Night

Wed, 11 May 2005 07:19:17 CST
The Green Bay Packers Wednesday announced plans to host the Buffalo Bills during training camp, capping off the visit with 'Family Night, Presented by FOX 11.'

For the first time, 'Family Night' will feature another NFL team. This year's event, with the Bills on the other sideline, is Friday night, Aug. 5. The NFL's most popular scrimmage, an intra-squad affair over its first four editions, the night has routinely filled Lambeau Field. In 2004, the Packers sold every available seat in the stadium bowl.

This year's edition will take place on a Friday night to accommodate the Packers' earlier-than-normal preseason opener, vs. San Diego, Thursday, Aug. 11, as established by the NFL.

"Bringing in another team is beneficial for us for a number of reasons," said Executive Vice President and Head Coach Mike Sherman, who conceived the idea. "First, I wanted to change things up this year so it's different than previous training camps. Also, I feel going against diff..

Packers Team Up With Angel Fund For Edgar Bennett Celebrity Bowl-A-Thon

Mon, 02 May 2005 14:12:05 CST
On Friday, June 3, the Edgar Bennett Celebrity Bowl-A-Thon will see many Packers trade in their cleats for fashionable bowling shoes as they take to Green Bay's Riviera Lanes to bowl for fun and raise money for The Angel Fund for Children with Cancer, Inc.

The Angel Fund is dedicated to giving financial and social support to families residing in Brown County whose children are receiving treatment for cancer or bone marrow failure.

The event, slated to begin at 6 p.m., features Bennett, a former Packers running back and now the team's running backs coach, along with other current Packers players, coaches and staff. It is the second such event for Bennett, who hosted a similar outing in 2003.

Scheduled to take part are Donald Driver, Robert Ferguson, Ahman Green, Najeh Davenport, Rob Davis, Grady Jackson, Tony Fisher and Joey Thomas, along with many other players.

The Green Bay Packers are proud to welcome Kraft Foods as the sponsor of the event...

Graduates To Participate In Cap Tossing Contest At Lambeau Field

Wed, 27 Apr 2005 10:22:34 CST
CAP TOSSING CONTEST ALLOWS STUDENTS TO PRACTICE A TIME-HONORED TRADITION AND WIN FUNDS FOR COLLEGE

There was once a period when all graduating students could look forward to the time-honored tradition of throwing their caps in the air after their graduation ceremony. But with some high schools banning the infamous cap toss, many seniors are feeling a little left out. That, however, will soon change.

To help students and their parents celebrate that iconic moment, Cousins Subs will kick off the upcoming graduation season with the Cousins Subs Cap Toss Contest. Cousins Subs will help 2005 graduating high school seniors and other students experience the thrill of throwing a graduation cap to celebrate the culmination of four years of high school with a chance to win a $2,500 scholarship award. It will also allow parents to alleviate some of the financial burden that comes with sending kids to college.

The event will take place on June 5 at the..

Packers Honored With 2005 W.I.S.H. Award

Jeff Harding, Packers.com — Fri, 18 Mar 2005 21:30:41 CST
Represented in Milwaukee by a contingent of players and front office personnel, the Green Bay Packers Thursday were honored with the 2005 W.I.S.H. (Winner In Sharing Happiness) Award, presented annually by the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin.

Throughout the 2004 football season, Packers players and coaches had the opportunity to help Make-A-Wish grant the wishes of several children with life-threatening medical conditions.

A Packers wish includes game tickets, a tour of Lambeau Field and the Packers locker room, attending a Packers practice session -- sometimes with a professional tape job on his or her ankles -- and joining Packers head coach Mike Sherman in calling in the post-practice huddle. After practice, the wish child and his or her family joins the players and coaches in the team's dining room for lunch, pictures and autographs.

"It's truly an honor for us as players to be able to walk over to a kid on the sidelines at practice and just talk to..

'Project LEAP!' Returns To Lambeau Field Atrium

Jeff Harding, Packers.com — Sat, 05 Mar 2005 18:27:38 CST
For the second consecutive year, thousands of fans filed into Lambeau Field Atrium Saturday for 'Project LEAP!' (Lambeau's Exercise and Activity Playground) -- an event focused on getting kids out of the house to enjoy non-strenuous physical activity.

This year's activities included a jump house, climb-and-slide, mini-golf, obstacle course, climbing wall and stilt walkers. Also new for 2005 was a dazzling performance on the trapeze, and a BioMeasure machine, where kids could measure their body mass index.

"In the past few years, child obesity has become more and more of a concern," said Cathy Dworak, manager of community relations for the Packers. "We felt it was important to have an event that provided more physical opportunities as opposed to just entertainment.

"In just its second year, 'Project LEAP!' has become one of our favorite community events simply because of its message to families. And that message is the importance of daily exercise in all ..

Lee Helps Kids Celebrate 'Read Across America'

Dave Lawrence, Packers.com — Wed, 02 Mar 2005 17:11:21 CST
In honor of Read Across America Day, Packers defensive tackle James Lee paid a special visit to the children of Brillion Elementary School in Brillion, Wisconsin Wednesday.

Read Across America Day is the nation's largest reading event and is celebrated annually on or near March 2, the birthday of beloved children's author Dr. Seuss.

In that vein, Lee, along with some help from the hosts at the school performed readings of the Dr. Seuss classic "The Cat in the Hat" throughout the afternoon in the school's library. Reading the part of the fish, the 6-foot-5 lineman helped entertain the children as each of the six grade levels received their own individual performance.

After each group was treated to the reading, Lee answered questions - both about his football career and his own favorite things to read (he said "Harry Potter" writer J.K. Rowling is his favorite author) - from the kids and signed autographs for the youngsters.

This school visit was t..

Packers Donate StubHub Proceeds To Area Boys & Girls Club

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 14:48:22 CST
PACKERS DONATE MORE THAN $12,000 TO BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF GREEN BAY; PACKERS STUBHUB PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT ORGANIZATION'S EFFORTS

The Green Bay Packers Friday donated $12,074.43 to the Boys and Girls Club of Green Bay.

The donation represented the team's 2004 proceeds from Packers StubHub, the ticket resale program that allows Green Bay season ticket holders to resell their tickets to members of Packers Partners, the team's official fan club.

John Jones, the Packers' executive vice president and chief operating officer, made the presentation to Erin Carlin, chief executive officer of the Boys and Girls Club of Green Bay at the organization's west-side facility.

Packers StubHub was introduced near the end of the 2003 season and, after a positive reception, was used for the entire 2004 campaign. A convenient alternative to brokers and vendors, Packers StubHub is a seamless and secure method for ticket holders to sell their tickets to Packers Pa..

Second Annual 'Project LEAP' Set For March 5

Fri, 25 Feb 2005 14:36:00 CST
The Green Bay Packers Friday announced details for the second annual Project LEAP! a free community event in the Lambeau Field Atrium.

Project LEAP! (Lambeau's Exercise and Activity Playground) will take place on the floor of the Atrium, Saturday, March 5, with activities scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is free to the public.

The health-and-fitness based events, for children 4-and-older, focus on getting kids out of the house to enjoy some non-strenuous physical activity.

Information sheets with event details were delivered to area schools this week for students to take home to their parents.

Activities include a jump house, climb-and-slide, mini-golf, obstacle course, climbing wall, stilt walkers, and much more.

Pro Shop Named 'Golden Business Award' Winner

Dave Lawrence, Packers.com — Thu, 24 Feb 2005 10:27:57 CST
The Green Bay Packers are no strangers to receiving awards for their success on the football field, and likewise, being recognized for achievements away from the gridiron is nothing new to the organization.

Along those lines, the Packers Pro Shop was recently named as a Golden Business Award winner for 2004, an award sponsored by Partners in Education.

Partners in Education is a business and education partnership serving the 10 area school districts in the Greater Green Bay area - Ashwaubenon, De Pere, Green Bay, Howard-Suamico, Luxemburg-Casco, Pulaski, Seymour, West De Pere, Wrightstown.

Through the affiliation with the Partners in Education program, the Pro Shop for the past seven years has been providing local high school students with the opportunity to gain valuable experience as employees in their operation at Lambeau Field.

This year, the Pro Shop has employed five students from Green Bay's Southwest and Preble High Schools in their "co-op"..

Concession Stand Award Winners Honored

Thu, 17 Feb 2005 09:13:32 CST
Levy Restaurants at Lambeau Field, the stadium's food service operator and caterer, hosted an awards ceremony Wednesday evening to honor four outstanding non-profit organizations that operated concession stands during the Green Bay Packers' 2004 season to raise funds for local charities.

Along with providing all premium dining at the stadium, Levy operates 60 concession stands, which in 2004 were staffed by volunteers of 63 non-profit organizations, collectively raising more than $700,000 to support local causes. All volunteers were certified and trained by the non-profit and Levy Restaurants before taking over the stands, but some showed outstanding levels of excellence in service and operations at the designated concession area. This ceremony celebrated four of the top organizations.

Jim Dalton, director of operations for Levy Restaurants at Lambeau Field, presented the four awards, which included a cash donation of up to $1,000 by Levy Restaurants and th..

Packers Accepting Applications For Junior Volunteer Stars

Wed, 09 Feb 2005 15:47:56 CST
The Green Bay Packers are currently accepting applications for the Junior Volunteer Stars community grant program.

The Green Bay Packers Junior Volunteer Stars is designed to promote community investment and volunteerism in children via small-level donations. These donations must be used to finance a community improvement project, such as playground clean-up, repainting of graffiti-marked walls, planting a garden at a senior center and food and clothing distribution.

Children, 18 years and younger, who attend a school in Brown County are eligible to apply as an individual or a group. The community improvement project requires a sponsoring organization in a form of a school, church or community group or other 501c(3). Ten grants, totaling $500 each, will be awarded to organizations sponsoring the individual or group.

The deadline for the application is March 1. The nomination form is available online at www.packers.com or by contacting Bobbi Jo Eisenreich of..

Packers Youth Football Camps Return In 2005

Dave Lawrence, Packers.com — Fri, 04 Feb 2005 16:05:44 CST
Green Bay Packers Youth Football Camps are back in 2005, and they promise to be better than ever. Building off of a successful summer in 2004 that saw more than 350 kids participate in camps all over Wisconsin, this year's camps will run from mid-June through July in six different locations around the state.

Each camp runs for a week (Monday-Friday) with locations in Janesville, Madison, Mequon, Waukesha, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Children from the ages of 6-14 will receive instruction both from local college and high school coaches, as well as some heroes from Green Bay Packers history.

Included on the 2005 list of Packers legends that will appear at the camps are Green Bay Packers Hall of Famers linebacker John Anderson and safety Johnnie Gray.

For more information on dates and costs for each camp, click here. Registration is open now and those who sign up before April 8 will receive $..

Second Annual 'Jerry Parins Cruise For Cancer' Set For Saturday, June 11

Tue, 01 Feb 2005 14:18:55 CST
Nearly 1,200 bikers and several Packers players and staff members last year took to the pavement for the inaugural 'Jerry Parins Cruise for Cancer,' -- a motorcycle ride to benefit cancer patients and families throughout Northeastern Wisconsin.

This year's event is slated for Saturday, June 11. Check back with Packers.com often as further details and event highlights will be forthcoming.

Inaugural 'Jerry Parins Cruise For Cancer' A Huge Success

Packers Select Designated Driver for the Season Who Could Win a Trip to the Pro Bowl

Fri, 28 Jan 2005 16:01:12 CST
"Responsibility Has Its Rewards" was the message to Packers fans as the Green Bay Packers, the NFL, and the TEAM Coalition joined forces to get the word out to fans about the importance of responsible drinking and always using a designated driver throughout the 2004 NFL season.

TEAM Coalition - an alliance of professional and collegiate sports, entertainment facilities, concessionaires, the beer industry, broadcasters, governmental traffic safety experts, and others working together to promote responsible drinking and positive fan behavior at sports facilities - coordinated an NFL-wide promotion in support of existing designated driver programs. TEAM and its partners are educating fans about the importance of drinking responsibly and always buckling up and designating a sober driver.

Over two thousand Packers fans participated in the designated driver program offered during home games at Lambeau Field. From those participants, one lucky designated driver for the ..

Fit Kids Pilot Program Wins Excellence In Broadcasting Award

Thu, 27 Jan 2005 15:50:48 CST
CBS 5 WFRV-TV along with the Green Bay Packers and the Green Bay Area Public School District are the proud recipients of a Wisconsin Broadcasters Association (WBA) excellence award for the 2004 pilot program Fit Kids.

This program, which is targeted toward area 4th graders, is a curriculum designed to give kids the tools they need to help lead a healthy life.

John Laabs, President of the WBA commented, "The competition was very tough this year, with close to record number of entries. I commend CBS 5, the Green Bay Packers, and the Green Bay Area Public School District for having been chosen by our broadcasting colleagues to represent the best in Wisconsin broadcasting."

R. Perry Kidder, Vice President/General Manager, CBS 5, stated, "CBS 5 is proud to be affiliated with the Green Bay Packers and the Green Bay School System to support this joint effort of helping our children to develop good habits with regard to their health and fitness."

"So..

Sixth Annual 'Superbowl Of Safety' Coming To Lambeau Field Atrium

Fri, 21 Jan 2005 16:15:00 CST
Superbowl of Safety
Saturday, January 29, 2005
Lambeau Field Atrium, Green Bay
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Bellin Health and the Green Bay Area Safe Kids Coalition are teaming up again for the 6th Annual Superbowl of Safety on Saturday, January 29, 2005. This free event will again be held in the Lambeau Field Atrium and is expected to draw more than 2,000 people of all ages.

KICKOFF
Kickoff begins with the 9:00 a.m. fly-in of the EAGLE III helicopter, which is owned and operated by County Rescue Services in partnership with both Bellin and St. Vincent Hospital. The flight team will be available until 11:00 a.m. to show off the chopper to children and parents. The Green Bay Fire Department will also have a fire truck and ambulance onsite for tours and education.

EXHIBITORS
More than 20 exhibitors will offer activities on health and safety. Highlights include a drive-through Safety Town, Bellin Health's challenging obstacle c..

Vander Gailen Captures Punt, Pass and Kick Crown

Tue, 18 Jan 2005 13:03:54 CST
Saturday in Pittsburgh, Thomas Vander Gailen, an 11-year-old from Randolph, Wisconsin, made the Green Bay Packers proud as he won the national championship for the 10-11 year-old boys division of the NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition.

In a competition where each contestant gets one punt, one pass, and one kick, Vander Gailen's combined distance was 301 feet, 7 inches, winning his division by more than 22 feet.

Thomas bested the boyhood efforts of legendary Packers' quarterback Brett Favre, who is one of many current NFL stars to have participated in the competition in their younger days.

Another Wisconsin youth participated in the finals, with Saukville's Mikayla Hilton placing second in the 8-9 year-old girls division.

Starting from a pool of 3.5 million talented participants, eight national champions were crowned Saturday at the Pittsburgh Steelers' practice facility prior to kickoff of the Steelers-Jets AFC Divisional Playoff game.

Th..

Two Advance To NFL Punt, Pass & Kick National Finals

Tue, 11 Jan 2005 13:49:19 CST
The Green Bay Packers hosted the annual Punt, Pass & Kick competition prior to the December 19th game vs. Jacksonville at Lambeau Field.

Forty youngsters, ages 8-15, advanced from across the state for the opportunity to compete for the title of Green Bay Packers PPK Team Champion and the chance to move on to the PPK National Finals.

Veteran quarterback Doug Pederson spoke to the competitors before the competition, stressing the importance of doing their personal best at all times.

The 2004 Punt, Pass & Kick Packers Team Champions are:

8/9 Girls - Mikayla Hilton (Saukville)
8/9 Boys - Mitchell Martin (Jackson)
10/11 Girls - Amy Zolinski (Cedarburg)
10/11 Boys - Thomas Vander Gailen (Randolph)
12/13 Girls - Ashley Hanke (Marathon)
12/13 Boys - Andre Pohl (Belgium)
14/15 Girls - Brianna Miller (Waupaca)
14/15 Boys - Aaron Paun (Spencer)

From that group, Mikayla Hilton and Thomas Vander Galien advanced to the ..

Brett Favre Fourward Foundation Makes Donations To 10 Charities

Wed, 05 Jan 2005 16:29:29 CST
Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre Wednesday announced donations from the Brett Favre Fourward Foundation to 10 charities benefiting Wisconsin youth.

The donations, representing a total of $138,000 raised from this year's annual Brett Favre Celebrity Softball Game and Foundation dinner, went to the following organizations:

* The Back to School Store, Service League of Green Bay - provides underprivileged children with new clothing and other school supplies

* CASA of Brown County, Wis., a non-profit organization that enlists volunteers to be a child's advocate for disadvantaged and neglected children

* Syble Hopp School, De Pere, Wis., for students with developmental disabilities - therapy pool and sensory rooms addition

* Rawhide Boys Ranch, a New London, Wis., residential care center for at-risk and delinquent boys

* Marathon County, Wis., Special Education - week long summer day camp for disabled children ages 6-21 ..

32 Finalists Chosen For NFL Punt, Pass & Kick National Finals In Pittsburgh

Wed, 05 Jan 2005 13:19:27 CST
Finalists Hail From 19 U.S. States, CBS to Spotlight Champions

Three-and-a-half million kids competed, but only 32 made it to the 2004-2005 NFL PUNT, PASS AND KICK National Finals. The competition will take place prior to the Saturday, January 15 AFC Divisional Playoff Game in Pittsburgh. NFL Punt, Pass and Kick is the nation's largest grassroots sports skills competition.

A special, live, on-field award presentation for NFL Punt, Pass and Kick champions will air between the third and fourth quarters of the AFC Divisional Playoff Game's 4:30 p.m. ET CBS telecast.

Boys and girls compete separately in four age divisions (8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15), with the top scorer in each group being crowned National Champion. All participants launch one punt, one pass and one kick, with scores based on distance and accuracy (in feet). All 32 youngsters advanced to the National Finals through local, sectional and team championship competitions held throughou..

Packers Call On Fans To Join Support Of Tsunami Relief

Tue, 04 Jan 2005 16:39:48 CST
At least 155,000 people have lost their lives in East Africa and South Asia in the aftermath of the earthquake and resulting tsunamis on December 26. Thousands of people in Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, and Indonesia are still missing; many others have lost their homes and livelihoods. Sri Lanka and Indonesia suffered the highest number of deaths, but India, East Africa, Seychelles, Maldives, and Thailand were all affected by the tsunami waves, which reached as high as 20 feet.

The Green Bay Packers have already donated $25,000 in support of the relief effort and are now calling on their fans to join them in helping survivors and their families overcome this devastating tragedy.

Click here to make a donation to the American Red Cross (Select "International Response Fund" under Gift Information). All gifts made to this fund will be designated for the current crisis. This fund enables ..

Marco Rivera Named Ameriquest Mortgage Neighborhood MVP Of The Week

Tue, 04 Jan 2005 15:43:36 CST
Marco Rivera of the Green Bay Packers has been named this week's Ameriquest Mortgage Neighborhood MVP, it was announced Tuesday.

Rivera is being honored for his devotion to leading and caring for young people in Green Bay and Puerto Rico, where his mother lives. For the past several years, Rivera has coordinated youth football camps in Green Bay and Puerto Rico, teaching youngsters the importance of education, teamwork, life skills, and community involvement.

In addition to his youth football camps, Rivera is committed to giving time to children who are ill. He often visits young cancer patients at San Jorge Children's Hospital and Centro Medico in San Juan.

Rivera is also a strong supporter of the local Boys & Girls Club in Wisconsin, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Prevent Blindness Wisconsin, Brett Favre Fourward Foundation, and the American Red Cross.

The Ameriquest Mortgage Neighborhood MVP Award recognizes an NFL player each week during the regu..