Christoph Mörchel
Germany
Istarted getting interested in football and watching it in 2009. The series 'The Middle,' which revolves around a family from Indiana who are Colts fans, sparked my Colts fever. Watching Peyton Manning play, in my opinion, the greatest player of all time, was incredible! Experiencing the excitement of the Super Bowl in 2010 and the bitter defeat, bound me to the team and the franchise. Then came the hope through the century talent Andrew Luck, who brought a sparkle to our eyes in so many games, especially in the legendary comeback against the Chiefs! Then his injuries before he rose from the ashes like a phoenix and became the Comeback Player of the Year. Then the saddest moment as a fan... Andrew Luck retires. I was devastated for 2 weeks. Then followed many years hoping to see the top successor and to finally celebrate the Super Bowl with my team. Over time, I also became a member of the German fan club 'Germaniapolis Blue Nation.' Then on January 1, 2023, I got to see the Colts live for the first time during my honeymoon trip to New York! A dream, even though the result wasn't good. Then the hope through Anthony Richardson finally having the quarterback. Especially also the opportunity to see the team in Germany, which was a dream! Unfortunately, AR got injured, but still, his talent was evident, and I realized the potential in the team! Plus, the top event in Frankfurt where I got to meet many Colts employees and the Blue Crew, making true friends like President Brent Vogel and his wife Lisa. Most importantly, I got to meet Blue personally, the best mascot in the world! At the event, I could contribute a lot and support in organizing. This was followed by my first trip to Indianapolis in January, where I had many great moments with the Colts and the Blue Crew. Live at Lucas Oil Stadium with tailgating and everything as a member of the Blue Crew. To unite Colts fans in Europe, we founded the fan club 'Blue Crew Europe,' of which I am the current president. We are currently in the process of building and have big plans! Next season, I'll be back in Indy and will join my friends from the Blue Crew on a road trip to one of the away games. The Colts family simply embodies what it means to be a fan, and it is an absolute honor for me to be a part of it! Go Colts!