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Running Drills with the Atlanta Falcons

Lake Lanier CVB — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:30:03 +0000

The Atlanta Falcons make their nest in Flowery Branch, just a few miles from the shores of Lake Lanier. Every summer, they invite their fans out to observe training camp. From late July through early August, the team runs drills, practice games and even a scrimmage or two. Admission to camp is always free and the team usually sets up some fun family activities. It’s a great way to get an upclose look at the players before the season begins.

We are so proud of our Falcons and their winning season – and we hope to see them go all the way to the Super Bowl later this month. Help us cheer them on during their game this weekend at one of the many sports bars and pubs around Lake Lanier where the game will be watched by locals and visitors alike.

Check out the video below to get a fan’s perspective of training camp…

Freddie the Falcon Shows off His Skills

Lake Lanier CVB — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 14:00:31 +0000

We are so proud of our season superstar Atlanta Falcons – in fact, their mascot is flipping head over heels about all their wins!

All work and no play makes for a pretty dull NFL mascot…luckily, Freddie the Falcon knows how to have fun with the fans. Shown here at the Atlanta Falcons Training Camp facilities in Flowery Branch near Lake Lanier, Freddie uses an eager volunteer to show of his tumbling skills…or not…

Lewis named new secondary coach for Falcons

Lake Lanier CVB — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 14:00:31 +0000

FLOWERY BRANCH, GA – The Atlanta Falcons today hired Tim Lewis as the team’s Secondary Coach.

Lewis has spent 15 seasons as an NFL coaching assistant as was most recently with the Seattle Seahawks as the team’s Defensive Backs Coach last year. He began his professional career as the Defensive Backs Coach with the Pittsburgh Steelers (1995-99) before serving as the team’s Defensive Coordinator from 2000-03. In 2000, the Steelers ranked seventh overall in total defense and jumped to the League lead in 2001. Lewis moved on to the New York Giants as the team’s Defensive Coordinator for three seasons (2004-06) before joining the Carolina Panthers staff as the Secondary Coach from 2007-08.

Lewis was the 11th overall pick in the 1983 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers. He played four seasons in Green Bay and twice led or shared the team lead in interceptions. Although his career was cut short due to a neck injury, Lewis totaled 16 interceptions in 51 games.

A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, Lewis earned his coaching start as a Graduate Assistant for Texas A&M from 1987-88. He also had collegiate stints with Southern Methodist (1989-92) and his alma mater from 1993-94.

Falcon Flies South for Pro Bowl

Lake Lanier CVB — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:31:47 +0000

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Atlanta Falcons receiver Roddy White is replacing Sidney Rice on the NFC roster for Sunday’s Pro Bowl game in Miami.

White will make his second straight Pro Bowl appearance after leading the Falcons with 85 catches for 1,153 yards and a career-high 11 touchdowns.

He is the Falcons’ first receiver to have at least 80 catches and 1,100 yards receiving in three straight seasons.

White will be the Falcons’ only player in the game.

Go Roddy – we’ll be cheering you on!

Falcons Mini-Camp Madness Package

Lake Lanier CVB — Wed, 06 May 2009 18:23:36 +0000

Come out this weekend and get a sneak peek at the Atlanta Falcons new line up for the 2009 season during mini-camp.

Hampton Inn & Suites in Flowery Branch is running a package deal for the mini-camp.

$89 plus tax
Standard King or Double Queen
2 to 4 people

Package includes: hot breakfast, free wireless internet, and Touchdown Turndown in-room gift.

Call to book it! 770.965.0357

Mini Camp – Open to fans May 9th

Lake Lanier CVB — Tue, 05 May 2009 09:35:34 +0000

The Atlanta Falcons will hold their first mini-camp of the 2009 season this weekend at their team headquarters in Flowery Branch.

The Falcons will practice twice on Friday and Saturday and once on Sunday.
Both Saturday sessions are open to the public – 10:30am and 4:15 pm.

The first 150 fans to arrive at each mini camp practice on May 9th will receive a $5 Arch Card courtesy of McDonalds. Go to blogs.atlantafalcons.com for more info on the Big Mac party – enter your email to register for a drawing to win a McDonald’s meal with players, coaches and three of your friends.

For more information on mini camp and the 2009 season, visit www.atlantafalcons.com