Meaning of Lombardi | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A surname from Italian
2. used specifically of Vince Lombardi (1913–1970), best known as the head coach of the National Football League's Green Bay Packers.
3. A trophy awarded each year to the winning team of the National Football League's championship game, named in honor of Vince Lombardi.

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“Lombardi. ¶ Walsh. ¶ Shanahan. ¶ Steve from West Valley? ¶ The world is about to find⟳ out whether regular fans can take⟳ their place⟳ alongside the greatest offensive minds in the annals of professional football.”

“If coming second is coming nowhere, as all sports-people tend⟳ to to^([sic]) be taught (remember⟳ the words of Mr Lombardi), then this is most true in those individual sports where careers tend⟳ to be brief, and opportunities to win⟳ fewest.”

“Looking specifically at the Patriots, […]. They've never had to win⟳ three playoff games to play⟳ for the Lombardi, showcasing the importance of home-field advantage.”

“The Dolphins are the organization of 17-0. Of Don Shula. Of Dan Marino. It's a franchise with two Lombardi trophies and one that made 21 postseason appearances between 1970 and 2001.”

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