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Packers Foundation Awards $119,400 In Grants To 39 Organizations

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 15:54:18 CST

The Green Bay Packers Foundation has awarded $119,400 to 39 civic and charitable groups throughout the state of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan in its annual distribution of funds, Gary Rotherham, chairman of the Foundation committee, announced today.

The 39 groups were guests at a luncheon today at the Lambeau Field Atrium. The luncheon is a new event designed to bring all the recipients together and recognize the outstanding efforts and services performed by each of the organizations.

With these disbursements, the Foundation has distributed $1,474,126 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 19 grants - aggregating $71,800 - were awarded to Brown County organizations, among them the Family Violence Center/Golden House, Next Door Theatre for C..

Fan Fest To Feature LeRoy Butler And Donald Driver

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 15:46:43 CST

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The Green Bay Packers today announced additional players appearing at the second-annual Fan Fest, a three-day celebration of Packers football, to be held March 10-12 at the Lambeau Field Atrium.

In addition to Bart Starr, John Brockington and Santana Dotson, other players appearing include Nick Barnett, LeRoy Butler, Nick Collins, Lynn Dickey, Donald Driver, Antonio Freeman, Paul Hornung, Brian Noble, Aaron Rodgers and Frank Winters. Appearance day and times will be announced at the event. Players appearing are subject to change.

The team also announced the popular tour through the team's locker room again will take place on Sunday. To enable all attendees an enjoyable tour experience, tour times will be assigned as fans enter the Atrium Sunday morning, March 12.

Included among other highlights this year are Friday night's Fan Fest kickoff event and autograph..

Brown County Residents Reminded To Sign Up For '06 Ticket Drawing

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 15:42:31 CST

The Green Bay Packers are reminding Brown County residents to sign up for the chance to purchase single-game tickets for the 2006 season.

The registration period is currently underway and will run until March 15. Forms are available at the Packers' ticket office, the Packers Pro Shop and guest services desk in the Lambeau Field Atrium. Fans can fill out the form, and with the proper identification (picture I.D. and proof of Brown County residency), register in person. Residents who have already registered, recently or for the 2005 drawing, do not have to re-register.

The upcoming season will mark the fourth year that 4,000 seats per game are available to Brown County residents.

As was the case last season, if a 2005 selected resident received tickets for a preseason game is selected again to be able to purchase tickets in 2006, he or she will be guaranteed tickets to a regular-season contest.

The more than 16,000 names already on the list received..

More Than 300 Attend Awards Ceremony

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 17:05:01 CST

The Green Bay Packers and Levy Restaurants at Lambeau Field Wednesday night presented awards to outstanding concession stand operators from the 2005 season. More than 300 people attended the awards ceremony in the Legends Club at the Lambeau Field Atrium.

More than 60 organizations help staff the 60 concession stands at Lambeau Field. Through the work of the volunteers in 2005, more than $700,000 was raised to support the respective causes of each group.

Scott Kleckner, director of operations for Levy Restaurants at Lambeau Field, and John Jones, the Green Bay Packers' Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, were on hand to address the attendees and present the awards. With the awards, each group or individual received a monetary donation for the group.

The award recipients follow:
* Group with Highest Training Attendance ($250 donation): St. Mark Lutheran Church and School
* Best New Group ($500): St. Mark Lutheran Church and School ..

Packers Allocate Eight Players To NFL Europe

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 15:07:10 CST

The Green Bay Packers have allocated eight players to the NFL Europe League for its 2006 season. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the list Tuesday.

Amsterdam: Atari Bigby
Amsterdam: Vince Butler
Rhein: Therrian Fontenot
Amsterdam: Tory Humphrey
Amsterdam: Chad Lucas
Frankfurt: Jerome Nichols
Rhein: Pete Traynor
Berlin: Brian Wrobel

Four players - Bigby, Fontenot, Humphrey and Lucas - spent time on Green Bay's 53-man roster during the 2005 regular season.

After spending much of the season on the practice squad, Lucas had a two-game stint on the 53-man roster, making his NFL debut at Atlanta (Nov. 13), and didn't catch a pass. Inactive for the following contest vs. Minnesota (Nov. 21), he returned to the practice squad later that week.

Bigby, signed to the practice squad Nov. 1, was promoted to the active roster for the team's final two games, playing..

Packers Announce Coaching Titles, Dates For OTAs

Mon, 20 Feb 2006 15:40:11 CST

Moving full-speed into the offseason, the Green Bay Packers Monday announced their coaching staff titles and several key dates.

Head Coach Mike McCarthy's first coaching staff contains 18 assistants, just one more than last season and in-line with the approximate league average. The full staff: Jeff Jagodzinski (offensive coordinator), Bob Sanders (defensive coordinator), Mike Stock (special teams coordinator), Edgar Bennett (running backs), James Campen (assistant offensive line), Tom Clements (quarterbacks), Rock Gullickson (strength & conditioning), Carl Hairston (defensive ends), Ty Knott (offensive quality control), Eric Lewis (defensive quality control), Ben McAdoo (tight ends), Winston Moss (linebackers), Robert Nunn (defensive tackles), Joe Philbin (offensive line), Jimmy Robinson (wide receivers), Kurt Schottenheimer (secondary), Shawn Slocum (assistant special teams), Lionel Washington (defensive nickel package/cornerbacks).

As a new head coach, McCarthy i..

Fan Fest Tickets En Route To Selected Applicants

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 17:22:45 CST

NEXT MONTH'S EVENT TO FEATURE APPEARANCES BY STARR, BROCKINGTON

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The winners have been chosen and tickets were mailed this week for next month's Packers Fan Fest, a three-day celebration of Packers football. Nearly 800 individuals, representing 3,000 tickets, are to receive mailings.

During the two-week sign-up process (Jan. 16-31), more than 2,000 individuals submitted applications, representing more than 8,000 requested tickets. Applicants not selected were notified this week as well.

Among the Packers greats lined up for this year's autograph sessions are Bart Starr, John Brockington and Santana Dotson. Other highlights include a Friday night Fan Fest kickoff event and a tour through the team's spectacular locker room.

All Fan Fest attendees also will enjoy admission to the Packers Hall of Fame and automatic entry into a drawing for Fan Fest..

Escape The Cold At Project LEAP! Inside Lambeau Field Atrium

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 10:07:23 CST

LAMBEAU FIELD ATRIUM TO HOST KIDS' EVENT FROM 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.

With Saturday's temperatures forecasted to be in the single digits, families can take advantage of the many activities available at 'Project LEAP!' inside the Lambeau Field Atrium.

Free to the public, the third-annual 'Project LEAP!' (Lambeau's Exercise and Activity Playground) takes place tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is focused on getting kids out of the house to enjoy non-strenuous physical activity.

In addition to the popular inflatables, obstacles courses, a climbing wall and stilt walkers, the day will feature four performances by The Jessie White Tumbling Team. The team will perform on the Atrium floor and teach tumbling techniques between performances throughout the day.

'Project LEAP!' is one of four free community events the Packers host each year, each geared toward bringing families together.

'Spooktacular Fun' - a Halloween event that features interacti..

NFL Network's Scouting Combine Coverage

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 10:26:11 CST

The following is NFL Network's day-by-day telecast plans:

Thursday, Feb. 23
2 p.m. ET -- NFL Scouting Combine press conferences (LIVE)
7 p.m. ET/PT -- NFL Total Access from the Scouting Combine

Friday, Feb. 24
2 p.m. ET -- NFL Scouting Combine press conferences (LIVE)
7 p.m. ET/PT -- NFL Total Access from the Scouting Combine

Saturday, Feb. 25
11 a.m. ET -- Workouts: Offensive linemen and running backs (LIVE) (re-airs 8 PM ET/PT)
2 p.m. ET -- NFL Scouting Combine press conferences (LIVE)
7 p.m. ET/PT -- NFL Total Access from the Scouting Combine

Sunday, Feb. 26
11 a.m. -- Workouts: Quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs (LIVE) (re-airs 8 PM ET/PT)
2 p.m. ET -- NFL Scouting Combine press conferences (LIVE)
7 p.m. ET/PT -- NFL Total Access from the Scouting Combine

Monday, Feb. 27
11 a.m. ET -- Workouts: Tight ends, defensive line..

Combine To Get Most Extensive Coverage Ever

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 15:36:42 CST

Coming off record Rose Bowl and Super Bowl ratings, interest in the sport of football continues to reach unprecedented levels.

The NFL Scouting Combine, the annual job interview for potential NFL players, is no exception.

More than 330 NFL hopefuls converge on the RCA Dome in Indianapolis from Feb. 23-28 for the 2006 NFL Scouting Combine, consisting of on-field drills, medical testing, exams and interviews with team personnel and the media.

The 2006 NFL Scouting Combine on NFL Network Presented by Reebok will provide exclusive live television coverage of the annual event beginning Thursday, Feb. 23, at 2 p.m. ET and continuing through Wednesday, March 1.

NFL Network's programming will cover:

Press conferences -- 8 hours (Thurs. 2/23 through Sun. 2/26 at 2 p.m. ET)

Player drills -- 12 hours (Sat. 2/25 through Tues. 2/28 at 11 a.m. ET) Re-airs 8 p.m. ET

News and interviews -- 5 hours (Thurs...

2006 National Football League Calendar

Tue, 14 Feb 2006 17:12:06 CST

February 22-28
Scouting Combine, Indianapolis, Indiana.

February 23
Deadline for clubs to designate franchise and transition players.

March 2
Deadline for submission of qualifying offers by clubs to their restricted free agents whose contracts have expired and to whom they desire to retain a right of first refusal/compensation.

March 2
Deadline for clubs to submit offer of minimum salary to retain exclusive negotiating rights to their players with fewer than three seasons of free agency credit whose contracts have expired.

March 3
Veteran free agency signing period begins.

March 3
Trading period begins.

March 18
NFL Europe League season begins.

March 26-30
NFL Annual Meeting, Orlando, Florida.

April 21
Signing period ends for restricted free agents.

April 28
Deadline for old club to exercise righ..

'Packers History Night' Ready For Debut Wednesday Night

Tue, 14 Feb 2006 16:45:45 CST

VINTAGE PHOTOS AND DOCUMENTS ALREADY CONTRIBUTED

The photos are scanned and the PowerPoint slide show is ready for Wednesday night's debut of "Packers History Night" at 7 p.m. in the Lambeau Field Atrium.

The event, the first of its kind in the redeveloped Lambeau Field, is free to the public and will be held in the Hall of Fame Grill.

The event, titled "Early Homes of the Packers - A Photo Essay," will feature a photo exhibition by Packers Hall of Fame archivist Tom Murphy on the early stadiums of the Green Bay Packers - Hagemeister Park, Bellevue Park and City Stadium. Murphy's presentation, in addition to archived stadium photos, will include a discussion and question-and-answer session.

Fans are encouraged to participate as well, by bringing in their own similar photos from that era (1919-40) to contribute to the event. Subjects of the photos can include the stadiums, fans at games, or any activity taking place at the ballparks during th..

Third-Annual 'Project LEAP!' Set For Saturday, Feb. 18

Mon, 13 Feb 2006 11:35:53 CST

The third-annual 'Project LEAP!' is set for Saturday, Feb. 18, at the Lambeau Field Atrium. The event, free to the public, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Project LEAP! (Lambeau's Exercise and Activity Playground) is focused on getting kids out of the house to enjoy non-strenuous physical activity.

In addition to the popular inflatables, obstacles courses, a climbing wall and stilt walkers, the day will feature four performances by The Jessie White Tumbling Team. The team will perform on the Atrium floor and teach tumbling techniques between performances throughout the day.

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

'Project LEAP!' is one of four free community events the Packers host each year, each geared toward bringing families together.

'Spooktacular Fun' - a Halloween event that features interactive and entertaining activities including sing-al..

Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic Here

Fri, 10 Feb 2006 17:54:12 CST

LAMBEAU READY FOR HOCKEY FUN; TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR TOMORROW'S GAME

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The ice is ready and Wisconsin and Ohio State are in Green Bay for the Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic. Both teams practiced Friday and face off Saturday at 3 p.m.

Following are details for Saturday's game action:

Tickets remain available for the game and are available at the Packers' ticket office beginning at 10 a.m. through face off at 3 p.m. Questions can be directed to the Packers ticket office at 920/569-7501. Tickets no longer are available via the internet.

Prices are as follows for the stadium bowl: $24 for adults, $16 for students (including college) and $14 for children (under 12). Indoor and outdoor club seats are sold out.

Parking lots will open at 9 a.m. Saturday. The cost is $10 per car. Limited bus and RV pa..

Badgers Band, Youth Hockey Groups To Participate In Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic

Thu, 09 Feb 2006 20:10:49 CST

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The famous University of Wisconsin Marching Band will perform at Saturday's Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic, it was announced Thursday.

In addition to performing the national anthem, the band will entertain fans throughout the game and offer postgame songs as well.

A skating Bucky Badger will make his customary appearance, too.

It also was announced Thursday that youth hockey groups from the Green Bay and De Pere Youth Hockey Associations will skate on the Lambeau Field rink Saturday. More than 200 skaters, from mites through high school, will enjoy ice time throughout the morning and during the intermissions of the Wisconsin-Ohio State game.

Both associations sold tickets to the game as a fundraising opportunity.

"Youth Hockey is extremely appreciative for the opportunity to be associated with the Froze..

First 'Packers History Night' Set for Feb. 15 In Lambeau Field Atrium

Wed, 08 Feb 2006 14:08:57 CST

TO FEATURE PHOTO PRESENTATION OF EARLY PACKERS STADIUMS; FANS ENCOURAGED TO BRING OWN SIMILAR PHOTOS FOR DISPLAY, TOO

The Green Bay Packers will host "Packers History Night," Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. in the Lambeau Field Atrium, it was announced Wednesday. The event, the first of its kind in the redeveloped Lambeau Field, is free to the public and will be held in the Hall of Fame Grill.

The event, titled "Early Homes of the Packers - A Photo Essay" will feature a photo exhibition by Packers Hall of Fame archivist Tom Murphy on the early stadiums of the Green Bay Packers - Hagemeister Park, Bellevue Park and City Stadium. Murphy's presentation, in addition to archived stadium photos, will include a discussion and question-and-answer session.

Fans are encouraged to participate as well, by bringing in their own similar photos from that era (1919-40) to contribute to the event. Subjects of the photos can include the stadiums, fans at games, or any a..

Project LEAP! Lands At Lambeau Field Atrium

Tue, 07 Feb 2006 14:10:32 CST

For the third consecutive year, fans are invited to Lambeau Field Atrium Saturday, February 18 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 include various inflatables and obstacle courses, a climbing wall, The Jessie White Tumbling team and stilt walkers. Hours are from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday.

'Project LEAP!' is one of four free community events the Packers host each year, each geared toward bringing families together.

'Spooktacular Fun' -- a Halloween event that features interactive and entertaining activities including sing-along music, magic, miming, clowns and jugglers takes place in October. Each November, the Packers serve a Thanksgiving meal to more than 600 people, while 'Summer Traditions' is an event set in the year 1908 -- when Curly Lambeau was 10 years old -- and features exciting activities that ch..

Packers Sign Seven Reserve/Future Free Agents

Tue, 07 Feb 2006 11:55:25 CST

The Green Bay Packers have signed seven players to reserve/future contracts: P Ryan Dutton, TE Thomas Gafford, C Wayne Lucier, DT Jerome Nichols, WR Willie Quinnie, P Jon Ryan and G Pete Traynor. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the signings Tuesday.

Dutton, a 6-foot-4, 213-pound punter from Minnesota State-Mankato, spent 2005 training camp with Seattle before being waived on Aug. 26. He played for the Amsterdam Admirals in '05 and averaged 41.7 yards per punt, finishing second in the NFL Europe League in net punting with a 35.3-yard average. Dutton broke into the NFL in 2004, signing as a free agent with Cleveland. Waived at the end of training camp, he spent a week in mid-November on the Browns practice squad. At Minnesota State-Mankato, the Oshkosh, Wis., native was twice named a Division II All-American at punter and was a two-year starter at quarterback.

Gafford, 6-f..

Packers Name Lewis And Slocum To Coaching Staff

Mon, 06 Feb 2006 12:37:41 CST

The Green Bay Packers Monday named Eric Lewis and Shawn Slocum to the coaching staff. Lewis will work with the defensive staff while Slocum will work with special teams. Head Coach Mike McCarthy made the announcement.

"Eric and Shawn are both energetic, up-and-coming coaches who come to the Packers bringing life-long football family backgrounds," McCarthy said. "They're ready to take the next step with us here in Green Bay and have a bright future in the National Football League. We're excited to have them."

Lewis, 30, joins the Packers from Ball State where he was the secondary coach since 2003. Lewis coached current Cowboys' safety Justin Beriault to back-to-back First Team All-MAC honors (2003, 04) and 125 tackles in 2004, which placed him 10th in the country.

After coaching prep football for one year (1998), Lewis was out of football for two years before serving as a graduate assistant at Michigan State in 2001. He then spent one year at Bucknel..

Reggie White Named To Hall Of Fame's Class of 2006

Sat, 04 Feb 2006 13:22:49 CST

HOF Selection Video: Archived (300k)

Statements From Bob Harlan, Ron Wolf On The Hall Of Fame Selection Of Reggie White

Remembering Reggie White

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Quarterback Troy Aikman, linebacker Harry Carson, head coach John Madden, quarterback Warren Moon, defensive end Reggie White, and tackle Rayfield Wright make up the Class of 2006 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinees.

The 6-man class was elected by the Hall of Fame's 39-member Selection Committee who met today in Detroit, Michigan. The newest members of the Hall were selected from a list of 15 finalists that had been determined earlier by the committee.

Aikman led the Dall..

Statements From Bob Harlan, Ron Wolf On The Hall Of Fame Selection Of Reggie White

Sat, 04 Feb 2006 12:31:36 CST

Statement From Bob Harlan, President & CEO

"The Green Bay Packers are extremely proud of Reggie White today, and we send our most sincere congratulations to his wife, Sara, and two children, Jeremy and Jecolia.

"We have always felt that Reggie along with Ron Wolf, Mike Holmgren and Brett Favre, formed the foundation of the group that brought the Green Bay Packers back to among the elite teams in the National Football League in the 1990s.

"Reggie was already an established star when he came to Green Bay. He brought great leadership to this organization, both on and off the field, and sent a message to other free agents that they ought to take a good, long look at the Packers before they decided where they wanted to continue their careers.

"I look forward to seeing Reggie's name on our facade at Lambeau Field, along with the 20 other Pro Football Hall of Famers who came before him. This is a very, very special day in the history of our franch..

Badgers Hockey Team To Sign Autographs Friday Evening At Lambeau Field Atrium

Sat, 04 Feb 2006 11:32:48 CST

WILL ADD TO EVENING THAT INCLUDES STANLEY CUP, LOMBARDI TROPHIES

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The floor of the Lambeau Field Atrium will be abuzz Friday, Feb. 10, as the Wisconsin Badgers Hockey team will conduct an autograph session, joining the Stanley Cup and Lombardi Trophies in a great opportunity for fans to soak in some Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic weekend fun.

The Badgers, who will be in Green Bay to face the Ohio State Buckeyes in Saturday's match-up, will be available from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. on the floor of the Atrium. Former Green Bay Gamblers standout Adam Burish, Wisconsin's captain, will be among the approximately 25 players present for the session.

The Badgers then will join the Buckeyes for a team dinner in the Legends Club.

The Stanley Cup and Super Bowl trophies also will be on display on the Atrium floor for viewing and photo o..

Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic To Feature Photo Opportunity With Stanley Cup And Lombardi Trophies

Fri, 03 Feb 2006 10:50:42 CST

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Lord Stanley's Cup and Vince Lombardi's Trophy. Each represents the ultimate accomplishment in its respective sport. Both inspire awe and fascination. Together they will be on display in the Lambeau Field Atrium during next weekend's Frozen Tundra Hockey Classic.

Each of the Packers' three championship trophies, representing Super Bowls I, II and XXI, will be on display with the NHL's Stanley Cup Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10-11. Friday's session, from 5 to 10 p.m., will be open to the public, while Saturday's session, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., will be available only to persons with tickets to the 3 p.m. Wisconsin-Ohio State hockey game.

"We're thrilled to announce that the Stanley Cup will be on display with our three Super Bowl trophies," said John Jones, the Packers' Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Office. "For hockey and footba..