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  Vince Lombardi - MSN Encarta
Vince Lombardi (1913-1970), one of the most successful coaches in American football history, known as a great leader who inspired and motivated his players.
Lombardi coached football, basketball, and baseball at the school during his eight years there, and his football teams won numerous state titles.
Lombardi jumped to the pro ranks in 1954 when he was hired by the New York Giants to serve as an assistant coach in charge of offense.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761579391/Vince_Lombardi.html   (510 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Vincent Lombardi was born on June 11, 1913 in Brooklyn to Neapolitan-born father Enrico "Harry" Lombardi (age two), a butcher, and Brooklyn-born Matilda Izzo, the daughter of a barber, whose parents had immigrated as teenagers from just east of Salerno in southern Italy.
Vince Lombardi was raised in the Sheepshead Bay area of southern Brooklyn, and attended its public schools through the eighth grade.
Lombardi was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971, and a week after his death, the NFL's Super Bowl trophy was renamed the Vince Lombardi Trophy in his honor.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Vince_Lombardi   (2300 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Vince Lombardi has a clear and inspiring message to share about the qualities found in winners and high performance people and organizations.
As the son of the late Vincent T. Lombardi, one of the greatest football coaches in the history of the sport, Vince's early years were spent in an atmosphere full of personal power and achievement.
Vince's enthusiasm for growth, change and improved performance, blended with his strong personality and first-hand knowledge of his legendary father's leadership and teambuilding techniques, make for a dynamic presentation.
www.speakersrus.com /speakers/lombardivince.htm   (484 words)

  
 Packers.com » Team » Coaches » Vince Lombardi
Lombardi's first season with the Packers was a stunning success, turning that 1-10-1 team of 1958 into a 7-5 team in 1959 and picking up unanimous Coach of the Year honors in the process.
Lombardi's first game with the Packers was a 9-6 victory over the Chicago Bears in new City Stadium -- later to be renamed Lambeau Field -- and when it was over, the players carried their head coach off the field in triumph.
Lombardi was famous for his pursuit of perfection, often dedicating long hours of film or practice study to just one element of one play.
www.packers.com /team/coaches/lombardi_vince   (1625 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi's Steakhouse   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The dining experience exemplifies Lombardi's commitment to excellence in every way, from the USDA prime cuts of beef to the various seafood entrees, generous sides, delectable desserts and one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world, as awarded by Wine Spectator magazine.
Voted among the favorite restaurants and steakhouses in the Fox Cities area year after year, Lombardi's has come to represent "the very best" in service, food, and beverage while proving that top-end restaurants have a place in the Fox Valley — and that Coach Lombardi's commitment to excellence approach is truly a recipe for success.
Vince Lombardi's Steakhouse has been awarded the 2005 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for having one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world.
www.vincelombardisteakhouse.com /press.shtml   (453 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi Biography | Encyclopedia of World Biography
Vince Lombardi (1913-1970) was one of the most successful football coaches in the history of the game.
Vince was in charge of the offense, and Tom Landry, future coach of the Dallas Cowboys, was in charge of the defense.
Lombardi was a popular public figure in America and was looked upon as a spokesperson for values which many felt were being discarded during the permissive 1960s.
www.bookrags.com /biography/vince-lombardi   (1222 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Vince made the jump from law and politics to professional football in 1975 when he joined the fledging Seattle Seahawks as an assistant to the General Manager.
It is an emotional uplift to watch and listen to Vince Lombardi as he weaves together his childhood experiences with his father and his adult experiences from law, politics and professional football.
Vince Lombardi's enthusiasm for growth, change and improved performance, blended with his strong personality and first-hand knowledge of his legendary father's leadership techniques makes for a dynamic presentation.
www.vincejr.com /index.htm   (446 words)

  
 Member - Pro Football Hall of Fame
Vince Lombardi, at the age of 45, when most pro football luminaries have made their mark and passed from the scene of a young man's game, was embarking on the dual adventure of being head coach and general manager of the Green Bay Packers.
Vince had gained a reputation with the Giants for his stylish, thorough, and imaginative craftsmanship on offense.
Lombardi insisted on a five-year contract to give his building program a fair chance but he set his plan into action at his very first team meeting.
www.profootballhof.com /hof/member.jsp?player_id=132   (499 words)

  
 Daily Celebrations ~ Vince Lombardi, Catching Excellence ~ June 11 ~ Ideas to motivate, educate, and inspire
One of the greatest football coaches of all time, Vincent Thomas Lombardi (1913-1970) was born on this day in Brooklyn, New York and inspired his players to chase perfection and catch excellence.
Lombardi's Green Bay Packers won NFL Championships in 1961, 1962, 1965, 1966 and 1967, an achievement never duplicated in the history of professional football.
Lombardi was a man of strong faith who believed in discipline, sacrifice, and hard work.
www.dailycelebrations.com /061100.htm   (320 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi at the Wisconsin Historical Society
One of the most successful coaches in football history, Vince Lombardi transformed the Green Bay Packers into a dominating force in the National Football League in the 1960s, winning five NFL titles and the first two Super Bowl crowns.
Off the field, Lombardi became known for his coaching philosophy and motivational skills, demanding dedication and obedience from his team and promising championships in return.
Vincent Thomas Lombardi was born on June 11, 1913, in Brooklyn, New York, the eldest of five children.
www.wisconsinhistory.org /topics/lombardi   (544 words)

  
 Lombardi Plaques
Vince Lombardi's philosophy on life and the game he loved.
Vince Lombardi's most famous quotes are beautifully displayed on these walnut laminated plaques with Vince Lombardi's likeness.
The mug features Lombardi's coaching highlights from 1960-1967 followed by one of his most famous quotes.
www.lombardiplaque.com   (188 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinics
Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinics offer excellent care in the heart of your community.
The first Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic was established at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee in 1989.
The Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic approaches the fight against cancer on all fronts - with education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and support.
www.aurorahealthcare.org /services/cancer/vinceclinics/index.asp   (470 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi LIVE! March 29th
Vince Lombardi, Jr., son of the late Vincent T. Lombardi, is bringing his high-performance presentation to the new Salem Conference Center on March 29th.
Vince's father is remembered as one of the greatest football coaches in history.
It is an emotional up-lift to watch and listen to Vince Lombardi as he weaves together his childhood experiences with his father and his adult experiences from law, politics and professional football.
www.salemchamber.org /chamber/programs/workshops/lombardi.html   (343 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi, Jr. - LVISB! speakers bureau
Vince Lombardi has a clear and inspiring message to share about the commitment found in winners and high achievement people.
As the son of the late Vincent Lombardi, one of the greatest football coaches in history, Vince's early years were spent in an atmosphere full of personal power and achievement.
Vince's enthusiasm for growth, change and improved performance, blended with his strong personality and first-hand knowledge of his father's leadership and team building techniques, make him a dynamic speaker.
www.lvisb.com /Lombardi_Vince_Jr.html   (231 words)

  
 Amazon.com: When Pride Still Mattered : A Life Of Vince Lombardi: Books: David Maraniss   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Even though I knew that Lombardi could be a little hot- tempered and difficult to deal with, I still couldn't help but develop an admiration for the man from Brooklyn; the son of a butcher who grew up to become one of the most popular figures in coaching history.
Vince Lombardi was an amazing man on many different levels, but he was also human and I felt like I had gotten to know him by the end of the book.
Lombardi's education is well documented as well as how he basically accidentally ended up as a High School teacher and sports coach, which eventually would lead to his college and professional football coaching career.
www.amazon.com /When-Pride-Still-Mattered-Lombardi/dp/0684870185   (2272 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Vince: A Personal Biography of Vince Lombardi: Books: Michael O'brien   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
With stunning revelations and anecdotes, Vince Lombardi's life is pieced together with painstaking care in research, detail, and historical accuracy.
VINCE LOMBARDI'S ANCESTORS WERE AMONG THE MILLIONS OF IMMIGRANTS WHO fled southern Italy, one of the poorest, most backward regions of Europe.
Vince does well describing Lombardi through his actions and the impact he had on those around him, especially his former players.
www.amazon.com /Vince-Personal-Biography-Lombardi/dp/0688092047   (1252 words)

  
 Welcome to the Home of the Rotary Lombardi Award
The Award was initiated by the Rotary Club in 1970 shortly after the death of Vince Lombardi to cancer.
The Rotary Lombardi Award goes annually to the college football lineman -- offense or defense -- who, in addition to outstanding performance and ability, best exemplifies the discipline of Vince Lombardi.
The climax of the trip is the annual Rotary Lombardi Dinner, when a sellout crowd gathers to hear the announcement of the winner prior to its release to the national media.
www.rotarylombardiaward.com   (301 words)

  
 Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center
Established in 1970, the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center is named for the legendary Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins coach Vince Lombardi, who was treated for cancer at Georgetown University Hospital.
In 2003, Lombardi's comprehensive cancer center status was renewed by the NCI.
Lombardi's internationally-renowned clinical team offers the latest treatments for virtually every type of cancer, with a particular emphasis in solid tumors and adult and pediatric hematologic cancers.
lombardi.georgetown.edu /about/index.htm   (118 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi — Infoplease.com
Vince Lombardi - Lombardi, Vince (Vincent Thomas Lombardi), 1913–70, American football coach, b.
Lombardi: The paradox and wonder.(Joe Lombardi on legendary football coach Vince Lombardi)(Interview)
Coaching with conviction: Vince Lombardi's extraordinary success as the legendary coach of the Green Bay Packers demonstrates the......
www.infoplease.com /ipsa/A0109401.html   (240 words)

  
 Corporate Speakers - Motivational speaker Vince Lombardi
In 1975, Vince made the jump from law and politics to professional football when he joined the Seattle Seahawks as an Assistant Executive Director of the NFL Management Council and later, led two United States Football League teams as President and General Manager.
Vince is an author, having written the book, Coaching for Teamwork: Winning Concepts for Business in the Twenty-First Century.
Vince’s enthusiasm for growth, change and improved performance, blended with his strong personality and first-hand knowledge of his legendary father’s leadership and team building techniques, make for a dynamic presentation.
www.corporateartists.com /speaker_vince_lombardi.html   (436 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi Memorial Web Page from FootballCoachOne.com (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Vince was raised in the Catholic faith and studied the priesthood for two years before transferring to St. Francis Preparatory High School, where he was a star fullback on the football team.
Vince was in charge of offensive strategy for the Giants, while future Dallas Cowboys coach Tom Landry led the defense.
Vince Lombardi was inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1971.
www.footballcoach1.com.cob-web.org:8888 /lombardi.html   (2422 words)

  
 Amazon.ca: The Lombardi Rules: Books: Vince Lombardi   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Vince Lombardi is considered by most to be the greatest NFL coach ever.
The Lombardi Rules examines the strategies and techniques that Lombardi followed to achieve his unprecedented success.
The Lombardi Rules provides an insiders look at Lombardi's extroidinary methods and shows you how to adapt and adopt those methods for leadership success in your own career.
www.amazon.ca /Lombardi-Rules-Vince/dp/0071444890   (377 words)

  
 John Pinero is Vince Lombardi in a One Man Play and Motivational Presentations (via CobWeb/3.1 ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
John Pinero, an actor, director, producer, and motivational speaker is Vince Lombardi in his one man play and motivational presentation.
John’s intense contagious and inspiring portrayal of Vince Lombardi has earned him keynote speaking engagements at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame, and he was featured in the 2006 Pre-Game Super Bowl promos.
That was Vince Lombardi up there on stage.” As you listen to him perform as Vince Lombardi, maybe you will not only get an idea of how Lombardi inspired his players, but you will catch a spark of zeal yourself.
www.vincelombardi.net.cob-web.org:8888   (704 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi Jr.       Capitol City Speakers Bureau
As the son of the late Vincent T. Lombardi, remembered as one of the greatest football coaches in history, Vince's early years were spent in an atmosphere full of personal power and achievement.
Vince's enthusiasm for growth, change and improved performance, blended with his strong personality and first-hand knowledge of his legendary father's leadership and team-building techniques, make him a dynamic motivational speaker.
In this presentation, Vince Lombardi talks about the qualities, attributes and habits of a winner.
www.capcityspeakers.com /speakers/lombardi.htm   (464 words)

  
 Amazon.ca: What It Takes To Be Number #1 : Vince Lombardi on Leadership: Books: Vince Lombardi   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Now, his son, Vince Lombardi Jr., reveals the bedrock principles behind his father’s legendary methods and explores the fundamental leadership qualities—character, mental toughness, and integrity—that Lombardi considered essential for success.
Vince Lombardi is arguably the greatest professional football coach of all time.
This is a fantastic book for students, for those trying to earn leadership positions, for successful business people looking to enhance the performance of their company, or for any intelligent person trying to improve their life and find their true way.
www.amazon.ca /What-Takes-Be-Number-Leadership/dp/0071370609   (1232 words)

  
 Vince Lombardi Titletown Legends
It is perhaps that Lombardi philosophy of making the world a better place that inspired his Green Bay Packers to establish the Vince Lombardi Titletown Legends.
The Vince Lombardi Titletown Legends, Inc is a charitable organization created to assist various charities throughout Wisconsin, with a particular focus on programs for youth, education and public service.
The Lombardi era Green Bay Packers have joined forces to establish this charitable organization to carry on the rich traditions of pride, integrity and dedication to the community, which Coach Lombardi instilled in all of them.
www.lombardilegends.com /about   (252 words)

  
 The Official Site of Vince Lombardi
Vince Lombardi is one of football's most accomplished and respected coaches.
CMG Worldwide is the exclusive business representative for the Estate of Vince Lombardi.
Shopping for Vince Lombardi books and videos has never been easier.
www.vincelombardi.com   (152 words)

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