(LEARFIELD) – The Green Bay Packers continued to get ready for Saturday’s Family Night on Thursday.
Meanwhile, coach Matt LaFleur said that some aggressive play in practice earlier this week, he has taken to reminding his playes abuet being smart with contact in practice.
One of those who has been aggressive in cornerback Nate Hobbs.
LaFleur talked about Hobbs’ work so far.
LaFleur said that Hobbs has been jamming receivers, something he is built for.
Among other things LaFleur talked about Thursday is what he looks for in a backup running back. Oddly enough, it’s the same things he looks for in a starter.
LaFleur also talked about keeping track of snap counts on players.
Family night – what you need to know: A fun-filled day and evening awaits fans at ‘Packers Family Night, Presented by Emplify Health by Bellin’ this Saturday.
A very limited number of event tickets remain available to purchase. Fans interested in attending Family Night are reminded to secure their tickets as soon as possible.
All Lambeau Field parking passes have been sold. Fans who purchased mobile parking passes are asked to have their passes ready on their phones when they enter the Lambeau Field parking lots, starting at 1:30 p.m. Those who do not already have a parking pass for the Lambeau Field lots are encouraged to take advantage of ample parking available throughout the neighborhood by observing posted parking rules and following local ordinances. Paid parking may also be available at a variety of local residences and nearby businesses. Limited ADA accessible parking is available in Lot 4 and Lot 7 on a first-come, first-served basis for $5 payable via credit or debit card only. An ADA placard or ADA license plate is required to gain entrance to these parking areas.
Gates for the event will open at 5:30 p.m., with the team taking the field for warmups at 7 p.m. and practice beginning at 7:30. The format of this year’s Family Night will again be a full practice, in order for the team to accomplish its preparation goals for the regular season.
The evening remains family-focused and will feature a game-like atmosphere, featuring a thunderstick giveaway courtesy of Emplify Health by Bellin, King’s Hawaiian, Sargento, CareSource and Meijer, use of the video boards featuring promotions by Bernatello’s Foods, UWGB and other partners, gameday music and a fireworks show presented by Ticketmaster at the end of the night. Families attending can look forward to more kid-favorite food items at select concession stands, including Sara’s Artisan Gelato (Section 102 and Atrium), cotton candy (Sections 108, 125, 128, 138, 319, 642 and Johnsonville Tailgate Village) and shaved ice (Sections 101, 107, 112, 129, 132, 307, 326, 352, 642 and Johnsonville Tailgate Village).
Activities leading up to Family Night will begin at Titletown, in the Lambeau Field parking lots and in the Johnsonville Tailgate Village at 1:30 p.m., with food and beverages available for purchase along with family friendly entertainment throughout the day. The Fan Walkway from Oneida Street to the Oneida Nation Gate will also be open starting at 1:30 p.m. with a variety of giveaways, games and activities for families and kids to enjoy. On the Fan Walkway, in the Atrium and near Section 114, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will have various sign-making stations where fans can create signs that have the chance to be featured on the video boards throughout the evening. Titletown will feature the annual Family Fest event with free activities for all ages prior to practice getting underway. Free parking will be available in the Titletown parking lot beginning at 8 a.m. The Lambeau Field Atrium will open to ticketed guests only at 1:30 p.m.
On-field activities prior to the start of practice presented by CareSource include scrimmages between youth football teams from Howard-Suamico flag football and performances by the Green Bay Elite Dance Team, Dancing Grannies and TundraLine. Throughout the practice, attendees can win a variety of giveaways in the stands from Bernatello’s Foods, Kwik Trip, Meijer, TIKI Brand and TDS Telecom. Fans also can enjoy “Jerseys Off Our Backs” presented by TDS Telecom, the popular promotion with Packers jerseys – worn by Packers players during practice – to be given away in a random drawing.
Fans are reminded that Lambeau Field and all of its businesses are cashless. Those without credit/debit cards or contactless payment solutions may use a cash-to-card conversion station in the Atrium. Guests with special needs should note that wheelchair assistance is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests with mobility challenges are encouraged to use their own wheelchairs.
Fans are asked to note the stadium safety policy. No bags or purses will be allowed inside Lambeau Field unless they are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and are no larger than 12” by 6” by 12”. Stadium cushions are not allowed as a part of the policy, however, stadium seats and stadium pads that contain no pockets or zippers and are 18” wide or smaller are allowed. All fans entering Lambeau Field on gamedays will use walk-through metal detectors. A full list of carry-in and security policies can be viewed at packers.com/lambeau-field/carry-in-policy. In case of inclement weather, no refunds will be issued unless all stadium activities – from 5:30 p.m. until the end of the fireworks show – are canceled.
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