Green Bay Packers & Lambeau Field

George Calhoun and Curly Lambeau organized the first team in 1919. Lambeau’s employer, the Indian Packing Company, picked up the cost for the jerseys and let the team play on its athletic field. It seemed only natural that the team would then be called the “Packers,” even though the company phased out its participation halfway through the first season. The Packers became a franchise in 1921 after a successful first season, and after a few rocky setbacks, the team has thrived for over nine decades and 14 coaches. Lambeau Field, where the Packers play, was named for its original owner and first coach. Throughout the years, Hall of Fame players such as Bart Starr, Forrest Gregg, Paul Hornung and Ray Nitschke have all worn a Packers uniform…making them a powerhouse team. Perhaps the most famous era was when Vince Lombardi led the Packers, from 1959-1967. During his tenure, the Packers won championships in 1961, 1962, and 1965-67. His coaching skill became the standard for football excellence…with his reputation standing as one of the greatest men to ever coach in the NFL.