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Go Pack Go' cheer originator deserves Hall of Fame nod

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:02 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Go Pack Go' cheer originator deserves Hall of Fame nod

Summary

Mary Jane Sorgel, credited with originating the 'Go Pack Go' cheer, is being considered for a Hall of Fame induction. Selected by Vince Lombardi in 1961, she founded the Golden Girls and served the Green Bay Packers for nearly 23 years, including during the Ice Bowl. Despite her contributions, no women have been inducted into the Hall of Fame, and Sorgel's legacy is highlighted by a biography in the works. Advocates are pushing for her recognition in the contributor category as her peers age.

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Key Details

•Mary Jane Sorgel taught the 'Go Pack Go' cheer.
•She founded the Golden Girls and served the Packers for 23 years.
•Sorgel was selected by Vince Lombardi in 1961.
•No women have been inducted into the Hall of Fame.
•A biography for Sorgel is in development.

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What they're saying

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Mary Jane Sorgel helped build something the Packers had never had: A professional sideline presence. She has earned a place in the Hall of Fame.
— Yahoo Sports

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