At Bank of America, we understand what it means to be a sports fan. We share your passion and loyalty for sports through our sponsorships with teams and organizations that embrace the competitive spirit and aspire to achieve a higher standard of accomplishment.
Since the inception of the Patriots Fan of the Year Award in 1987, the New England Patriots have presented 35 individuals with the Joseph R. Mastrangelo Memorial Trophy, honoring the fan or fans that best represent the spirit of the Patriots. These individuals have all embodied extreme passion, unwavering dedication, and a deep level of loyalty.
At the final home game of the season, Greg Hikel was honored as the 2025 Fan of the Year presented by Bank of America. Hikel has been a season ticket member for over 30 years and has only missed 4 home games in that time. He's even attended games with a 102 degree fever and kidney stones.
On January 4th, Greg was recognized on the field at the Patriots vs Dolphins game. He was presented with the Joseph R. Mastrangelo Memorial Trophy by Robert Kraft, Miceal Chamberlain, President of Bank of America, Massachusetts, and members of the Mastrangelo family.
