Contest Celebrates Local and International Fans Who Inspire with Their Love of Football
NEW YORK — July 25, 2024 — The NFL Fan of the Year presented by Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum will launch on Saturday, July 27 in concurrence with Training Camp: Back Together Weekend presented by YouTube TV. Returning for the fourth year, the annual contest celebrates extraordinary fans who spice up the game through their love of football and have been a positive influence and rallying force across their family, friends and community.
Beginning Saturday, July 27, fans can nominate themselves or another deserving fan for consideration to become their team’s Fan of the Year at nfl.com/fanoftheyear.
“We’re thrilled to highlight our amazing fans through the NFL Fan of the Year contest presented by Captain Morgan, as we celebrate those who serve as an inspiration to others through their fandom,” said Bobby Gallo, NFL senior vice president of club business development. “Our fans consistently elevate the sport with their energy and passion, demonstrating unwavering support for their favorite team, and the international component, which will open in the coming weeks, underscores the universal power of football fandom locally and internationally.
Each team will select a Fan of the Year to represent their Club at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on February 9, 2025. The Ultimate Fan of the Year will be named at NFL Honors, the NFL’s primetime award special, which will take place during Super Bowl week in New Orleans.
“Every NFL season, we can’t wait to meet the next class of die-hard fans from across the country. Win or lose, rain or shine, they show up ready for a new adventure,” said Anne Nosko, Captain Morgan vice president. “This spirit of fandom inspired the NFL Fan of the Year contest, which has grown into a community of amazing individuals who deserve to be celebrated. As Captain Morgan kicks off its fourth year as the Official Spiced Rum of the NFL, we’re thrilled to continue spotlighting these fans and spicing up their incredible fandom journey.”
Throughout the regular season, all 32 Fan of the Year nominees will receive a series of prizes and take part in exclusive experiences unlocking an adventure of a lifetime.
The submission window for the U.S. contest will open Saturday and remain open through 11:59 PM ET on September 30. Fans must be 21 or older to enter.
The international component of Fan of the Year, which started last season, will continue as part of this year’s contest. Fans abroad will be recognized in a separate NFL International campaign. This international campaign will launch in the fall, and more information will be available in the coming weeks.
Fans can visit nfl.com/fanoftheyear as well as their team’s website and social handles for more information.
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