Host a book signing event with author, scholar and Green Bay Packer Super Bowl Champion, Dr. George Koonce, Jr.
“Is There Life After Football?” Surviving the NFL, exclusive first-run copies are now available to the general public.
Is There Life After Football? draws upon the experiences of hundreds of former players as they describe their lives after their football days are over. It also incorporates stories about their playing careers, even before entering the NFL, to provide context for understanding their current situations.The authors begin with an analysis of the “bubble”-like conditions of privilege that NFL players experience while playing, conditions that often leave players unprepared for the real world once they retire and must manage their own lives. The book also examines the key issues affecting former NFL players in retirement: social isolation, financial concerns, inadequate career planning, psychological challenges, and physical injuries. From players who make reckless and unsustainable financial investments during their very few high-earning years, to players who struggle to form personal and professional relationships outside of football, the stories in the book put a very human face on the realities of the world of professional football. George Koonce Jr., a former NFL player himself, weaves in his own story throughout, explaining the challenges and setbacks he encountered and decisions that helped him succeed as an NFL Director of Player Development, PhD student, and university administrator after leaving the sport.
Ultimately, Is There Life After Football? concludes that, despite the challenges players face, it is possible for players to find success after leaving the NFL if they have the right support, education, and awareness of what might await them. But players themselves must also resist being totally engulfed by the NFL culture in which they live. A fascinating study with unprecedented insider access, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the world of professional football.
George Koonce played professional football for a decade, the majority of those years with the Green Bay Packers and during which they won Super Bowl XXXI. After his playing career ended, he served as senior associate athletics director and director of development at Marquette University, athletics director at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, director of player development for the Packers and special assistant to the athletic director at East Carolina University.
Now Dr. Koonce, he received his Ph.D. from Marquette University with his doctoral dissertation focusing on “Role Transition of National Football League Players: Using the Grounded Theory.” His guest column on the same topic on the NFL blog received national notice and raised awareness for the problems faced by retired NFL players. He is a member of the NFL Player Engagement Advisory Board and is co-authoring a book titled “Is There Life After Football,” which is scheduled to be released for publication in December.
Dr. Koonce currently serves as vice president of the office of advancement at Marian University where he provides leadership and strategic direction for students. He is responsible for growing awareness and increasing philanthropic support for Marian University through community and alumni engagement.
Signed by the Green Bay Packers before the 1992 season. He played for the Packers from 1992-1999. He was an eight-year starter as the Packers returned to dominance, starting 102 of 112 games. He played all three linebacker positions with the Packers and was with the team when they won Super Bowl XXXI.
To book George Koonce for an event, please contact a member of the Mayfield Sports Team or call 262.366.8188
New bookings w/ Packers John Kuhn, Richard Rodgers, Davon House, William Henderson and more. Book your event with us today: non profit event, golf outing, speaking engagement and more.
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Packers’ Barclay eager to get back into action
BY JEREMY REEVES
KENOSHA — Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Don Barclay was among the celebrity guests at Sunday’s Holy Rosary Sports Night.
Barclay made the team as a non-drafted free agent in 2012 and started 21 games at right tackle his first two seasons before suffering a season-ending tear of the ACL in his right knee last August.
A restricted free agent, he said he hopes to be back in Green Bay next season.
Here are a few topics Barclay addressed in an interview with the News:
— He didn’t offer a percentage of where he’s at in his recovery process or a timetable for his return to the field but simply stated his goal is to get his (injured) right leg as strong as his left leg. This was the first major knee injury of his career.
— Even if he and starting right tackle Bryan Bulaga both re-sign with Green Bay, Barclay said he’s not conceding anything. Before his knee injury, Barclay — who can play multiple positions on the line — was viewed as the unit’s “swing man” and top backup.
“Every year, I go into it and I’m trying to compete for a starting position. That’s my goal ... so that’s how I view it going into each year.”
— After recovering from surgery and starting his rehab, Barclay was allowed to return to the sideline for games about midseason. So he witnessed first-hand the Packers’ late collapse in their NFC Championship game loss at Seattle.
“I just think you’ve got to use it as motivation. I think you can go either up or down in that situation, and I believe the team is going to go up,” Barclay said. “I’m not saying we’re going to use this as fuel to our fire, but I think you’ve just got to learn from this. Teams can either go down or thrive from these situations, and I think with the players we’ve got and the coaches we’ve got ... I think our future is bright and we will get better next year.”
— When Barclay got hurt, Packers coach Mike McCarthy said, “They don’t come any better than him. If you want someone to emulate what a Green Bay Packer football player is on and off the field, he’s definitely one of your guys.”
“I appreciated him saying that,” Barclay said. “I did hear that soon after I got hurt, and that did mean a lot to me. I try to hold myself to a high standard, especially playing for an organization like the Packers. It’s a special place and a special town, and given the opportunity to do this is special. So I try to make the most out of it.”
The Packers are officially in the off season. We have numerous new bookings for several players. Check out this recent photo of Green Bay players: John Kuhn, Mike Daniels, Don Barclay and Mayfield Sports President, Mark Mayfield, after a co
rporate event. It was quite the fun and educational panel discussion.Mayfield Sports Marketing offers a wide range of players from your favorite Green Bay Football and Milwaukee Baseball athletes for public appearances, autograph sessions and football camps, as well as other paid appearances or endorsement deals. If you are looking to hire a motivational speaker, we are the firm to call.
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Make this Holiday season even more special by attending what will be a legendary event for any fan of the “Green & Gold.” On Saturday, December 20th all are invited to attend “Holiday with The Pack”, “a greats of the Green Bay Football Team autograph session held at Fox River Mall in Appleton WI. This nostalgic afternoon will feature former gridiron titans Gilbert Brown, William Henderson, Santana Dotson and Ahman Green. Purchase an autograph/s are $25 each. A portion of all autograph proceeds will benefit the TOYS for TOTS Program. Numerous items such as: photos, helmets, and footballs will also be available for purchase on site, starting at $5 and as high as $125 for the serious collector. Fans will have hours of opportunity to attend ths Green Bay legends autograph signing, as two separate sessions will take place from 11 AM – 1 PM and then again from 2 PM – 5 PM. In keeping up with the warm seasonal spirit of giving back, “Holidays with The Pack” has partnered with the US Marines “Toys for Tots” program, and will have representatives on hand to accept new, unwrapped toys for children in need. US Marines will also be on hand to collect financial donations for the “Toys for Tots” program. Mayfield Sports is also proud to partner with FM 101.1 WIXX and WBAY TV. FM 101.1 WIXX will be on site during the event for a live broadcast. ** A special thanks to WISCO HOTELS as a our Official Hotel Group and HONOR CANVAS (NEW licensed and unique military artwork) Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet and collect autographs from 3 S.B. Champions. Meet Green Bay Legends and relive the glory days at the “Holidays with The Pack” event on Saturday, December 2014 at Fox River Mall 4301 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI 54913 (920) 997-1784 Each player – $25.00 each (1 autograph per player: Brown, Henderson and Dotson, Green = $100.00) All Holiday Inscriptions – Complimentary Special Inscriptions – $10.00 per inscription (SB Champs or PHOF) UNSIGNED PRODUCT: Our 8×10 Photo – $5.00 Our 11×14 photo – $10.00 Our Mini Helmet $25.00 Our Wilson (Packers) Replica Football – $30.00
Our Art Canvas – 100.00 Our Custom Replica Jersey – $100.00
Our Authentic Duke Football – $100.00 Our Full-Size Replica Helmet – $125.00
Mayfield Sports presents “Holidays with The Pack”, a former Green Bay Legends Autograph Session at Southridge Mall on December 13th to Benefit TOYS FOR TOTS
Make this Holiday season even more special by attending what will be a legendary event for any fan of the “Green & Gold.” On Saturday, December 13th all are invited to attend “Holiday with The Pack”, “a greats of the Green Bay Football Team autograph session held at Southridge Mall in Milwaukee.
This nostalgic afternoon will feature former gridiron titans Gilbert Brown, William Henderson, and Santana Dotson. Autographs for standard items are $25 each. Items such as photos, helmets, and footballs will also be available for purchase, starting at $5 and as high as $125 for the serious collector. Fans will have hours of opportunity to attend ths Green Bay legends autograph signing, as two separate sessions will take place from 11 AM – 1 PM and then again from 2 PM – 5 PM.
In keeping up with the warm seasonal spirit of giving back, “Holidays with The Pack” has partnered with the US Marines “Toys for Tots” program, and will have representatives on hand to accept new, unwrapped toys for children in need. ** THE FIRST 100 FANS TO DONATE A NEW TOY WILL REVEIVE (1) COMPLIMENTARY TICKET TO THE WI STATE FAIR 2015. US Marines will also be on hand to collect financial donations for the “Toys for Tots” program. Mayfield Sports is also proud to partner with FM 106 and 920 WOKY. FM 106 will be on site during the event for a live broadcast.
Also NEW this year, like and share the Lunch with Legends contest sponsored by GRUBER LAW. 2 lucky fans and a guest will win lunch with the players at 1p Dec 13 at BUCA Di PEPPO in Southridge Mall. 2 nd place winner wins a 30 minute live in studio appearance on Gilbert Brown's GRAVEDIGGER RADIO on 920 WOKY and 3rd place winner will win an autographed football by all three players. ** Some restrictions may apply. For official contest rules, please see facebook ** A special thanks to WISCO HOTELS as a our Official Hotel Group and HONOR CANVAS (NEW licensed and unique military artwork)
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet and collect autographs from 3 S.B. Champions. Meet Green Bay Legends and relive the glory days at the “Holidays with The Pack” event on Saturday, December 13th at Southridge Mall, 5300 S. 76th St, Greendale, WI 53129.
For those near the Appleton and Green Bay area, “Holidays with The Pack” is coming to Fox River Mall on Saturday, December 20th.
Each Autograph per player - $25.00 each (1 autograph per player: Brown, Henderson and Dotson = $75.00)
All Holiday Inscriptions - Complimentary
Special Inscriptions - $10.00 per inscription (SB Champs or PHOF)
UNSIGNED PRODUCT:
Our 8x10 Photo - $5.00
Our 11x14 photo - $10.00
Our Mini Helmet - $25.00
Our Wilson (Packers) Replica Football - $30.00
Our Art Canvas - $100.00
Our Custom Replica Jersey - $100.00
Our Authentic Duke Football - $100.00
Our Full-Size Replica Helmet - $125.00
FOR A LIMITED TIME. We are offering Packers Clay Matthews FS Replica Helmets and Authentic Footballs with free shipping. Utilize FREESHIP and get free shipping.
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Green Bay Packer comes to support Toys for Tots in Escanaba
The Toys for Tots campaign is off to a good start in Ecanaba this year. The goal is make sure every child in need in that area has toys under the tree come Christmas morning - and the first day of the push for toys got a lot of people to donate thanks to Green Bay Packers cornerback Davon House.
Outside the Walmart this evening members of Escanaba Public Safety, Marine Corp. Reserve and other dignitaries greeted people who filed inside. If they bought a toy and put it in the toys for tots bin they could then say hello to Packers cornerback Davon House.
A lot of good cheer tonight by everyone who wants to make this happy holiday for the less privileged.
Davon House, Packers cornerback, said, "What I get out of it, I love children anything that's dealing with children, I'm there so, Mark gave me a call told me that they are looking for a player to come out here help out and I was willing to do it."
Christine Baur, Store Manager, said, "It is amazingly gratifying. I'm a mom, I was a single mom so I know how hard it is when you don't have something for your children on Christmas so this is a way to give something back to our local community and make sure all the children of Delta County wake up to a great Christmas."
Now even though this was a good start everyone connected with toys for tots says they will need your generosity right up until Christmas, so please make a donation if you can.
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Former defensive lineman Gilbert Brown will be talking sports, football, the Packers, cars and other topics on his new "Gravediggers Radio" starting Oct. 7.
iHeartMedia and Mayfield Sports Marketing adds former Packer Gilbert Brown to sports talk lineup
When it comes to covering all things related to the Green Bay Packers, content is king.
Between the Milwaukee, Madison and Green Bay media markets, there is a large enough of an audience that simply cannot be over-served Packers content, that many outlets seem to do whatever is possible to set itself apart from its peers.
The latest to get involved is WOKY-AM 920.
iHeartMedia (the new name for Clear Channel stations) and former NFL player Gilbert Brown will launch "Gravedigger Radio" at 6 p.m. on Oct. 3.
"First I want to thank iHeartMedia for letting me bring my brand of sports talk to their listeners. I am so excited to be able to have my own show! Gravedigger Radio gives me the chance to be myself and to share my knowledge of football, sports and life with the fans," Brown said.
Brown played defensive line for the Green and Gold, earning the nick-name the Grave Digger, for his ability to get tackles and figuratively burry his opponents.
This season, his hour-long program will run on The Big 920 in Milwaukee, on 1070 AM and 100.9 FM in Madison, on 1400 AM in Eau Claire and will be streamed through the iHeartRadio digital app.
"Our whole staff is excited to have Gilbert Brown joining us," said Regional Market Manager Jeff Tyler. "To have a Super Bowl winner and Packers Hall of Famer on our team adds something special to our exciting sports talk line up on The Big 920 in Milwaukee and The Big 1070 and 100.9FM in Madison! Gilbert's love of football, sports, cars and how he gives back through his many charitable associations is truly unique and we know fans will love the show. Welcome The Gravedigger."
"Gravedigger Radio" is a joint venture with Mayfield Sports Marketing.
Mayfield Sports Marketing is Wisconsin’s premier sports marketing firm and booking agency. Specializing in Packers’ Players community events, Packers Players’ motivational speaking, Packers’ Players autograph sessions and Packers’ Players attending non profit events, our athletes take great pride in every event they attend.
We offer a wide range of players from the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers and other professional athletes for community events, autograph sessions and football camps, as well as other paid appearances or endorsement deals. Contact us today for more information at 262.366.8188or please complete the booking form. Proud to work with numerous professional athletes from your favorite team. Book a player for your next event. Ask about players such as: Eddie Lacy, AJ Hawk, Jarrett Boykin, Mike Daniels, DuJuan Harris, Gilbert Brown, William Henderson and more. Visit our clients page for a more extensive list.
Appearances by Green Bay Packers Current and Retired Players
Mayfield Sports Marketing athletes (Green Bay Packers Current and Retired Players) are committed to each event they attend and raising . Throughout 2013-2014, Mayfield Sports Marketing athletes and celebrities had the opportunity to make numerous appearances. Appearances included nonprofit fundraisers, school visits, motivational speaking engagements and many other events and programs.
Those interested in scheduling an appearance with GILBERT BROWN, contact the Mayfield Sports Marketing Team at 262.366.8188 or www.MayfieldSportsMarketing.com/quick-quote/
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