In January 1973, while he was a young banker based in Sydney, Chuck Coltman paid to listen to the Super Bowl VII broadcast via telephone as the Dolphins completed their undefeated season with a win over his beloved Redskins.
“Back then, I couldn’t afford that,” said Coltman, now 76, who is still demonstrating his passion for the burgundy and gold with his wallet.
On Sunday, the retired banking executive forked over $1,600 to have an advertising firm fly a banner over Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium for two hours before the Dolphins hosted the Redskins in a battle of winless teams. “Help Skins Fans Fire Bruce Allen!” the banner read, a direct shot at Washington’s team president, who has presided over two playoff appearances and zero postseason wins during his 10-year tenure.
“Back then, I couldn’t afford that,” said Coltman, now 76, who is still demonstrating his passion for the burgundy and gold with his wallet.
On Sunday, the retired banking executive forked over $1,600 to have an advertising firm fly a banner over Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium for two hours before the Dolphins hosted the Redskins in a battle of winless teams. “Help Skins Fans Fire Bruce Allen!” the banner read, a direct shot at Washington’s team president, who has presided over two playoff appearances and zero postseason wins during his 10-year tenure.
