A trio of friends who have attended every single Super Bowl since the AFL-NFL World Championship Game in 1967 may be making their final appearance at this year's game, with advancing years and decreased mobility taking its toll.
The three octogenarians - Don Crisman from Maine, Gregory Eaton from Michigan, and Tom Henschel from Florida - have been inseparable for decades, always ensuring they don't miss a single Super Bowl. However, with 60 years of consecutive attendance under their belt, the trio has begun to scale back their annual tradition.
For Crisman, this year's game is likely to be his last due to his age and mobility issues. The 90-year-old Patriots fan made the trip with his daughter, Susan Metevier, but acknowledged that this may be the final time they attend the big event together.
Eaton, on the other hand, plans to keep going as long as he's still physically able. Despite being 86 years old and running a ground transportation company in Detroit, Eaton remains committed to attending every Super Bowl, including finally seeing his beloved Lions make it to the championship game.
Henschel, who is 84 and has been slowed by a stroke, expressed similar sentiments but also acknowledged that this year's game may be his last. Despite the challenges posed by his condition, Henschel couldn't wait for kickoff, declaring "It's in my blood - I love football over all the sports."
The trio's friendship dates back to the 1983 Super Bowl and has been marked by friendly rivalries between their favorite teams - the Steelers and Patriots. This year, their rivalry will be tempered by the knowledge that it may be their last time attending together.
As the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club continues to shrink, the three friends have spun tales of past games that often focus on the nostalgia and camaraderie surrounding the event. For Crisman's daughter, Susan Metevier, the upcoming game holds a bittersweet significance as she looks back on her father's incredible streak and the memories they've shared.
As the final curtain call approaches for this iconic trio, their dedication to attending every Super Bowl has become an integral part of American sports culture. With 60 years under their belt, Don Crisman, Gregory Eaton, and Tom Henschel have cemented their places in football history - a testament to friendship, perseverance, and the enduring power of the sport they love.
The three octogenarians - Don Crisman from Maine, Gregory Eaton from Michigan, and Tom Henschel from Florida - have been inseparable for decades, always ensuring they don't miss a single Super Bowl. However, with 60 years of consecutive attendance under their belt, the trio has begun to scale back their annual tradition.
For Crisman, this year's game is likely to be his last due to his age and mobility issues. The 90-year-old Patriots fan made the trip with his daughter, Susan Metevier, but acknowledged that this may be the final time they attend the big event together.
Eaton, on the other hand, plans to keep going as long as he's still physically able. Despite being 86 years old and running a ground transportation company in Detroit, Eaton remains committed to attending every Super Bowl, including finally seeing his beloved Lions make it to the championship game.
Henschel, who is 84 and has been slowed by a stroke, expressed similar sentiments but also acknowledged that this year's game may be his last. Despite the challenges posed by his condition, Henschel couldn't wait for kickoff, declaring "It's in my blood - I love football over all the sports."
The trio's friendship dates back to the 1983 Super Bowl and has been marked by friendly rivalries between their favorite teams - the Steelers and Patriots. This year, their rivalry will be tempered by the knowledge that it may be their last time attending together.
As the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club continues to shrink, the three friends have spun tales of past games that often focus on the nostalgia and camaraderie surrounding the event. For Crisman's daughter, Susan Metevier, the upcoming game holds a bittersweet significance as she looks back on her father's incredible streak and the memories they've shared.
As the final curtain call approaches for this iconic trio, their dedication to attending every Super Bowl has become an integral part of American sports culture. With 60 years under their belt, Don Crisman, Gregory Eaton, and Tom Henschel have cemented their places in football history - a testament to friendship, perseverance, and the enduring power of the sport they love.
60 years is crazy, can u believe it? they're basically american football icons 
i wish there was a way to get them to the game easily tho, like a wheelchair-accessible stadium or somethin' 
but hey, their dedication is inspiring, and we should all take note of how much football means to these guys 
80 year old don still has that fire in him, and 84 year old tom is still cheering for his team... that's what i call sportsmanship 
it's bittersweet seeing these guys scale back their tradition, but at the same time, it's awesome that they're still committed to watching every game for as long as they can. Respect to all three of them 
. Sixty years is an insane streak! I can imagine how tough it must be for them to scale back their tradition, especially with Don Crisman not being able to make it anymore due to his age and health issues 
. It's actually really beautiful that they're still holding on and finding ways to celebrate the game despite their limitations. And can you believe these guys have been attending every Super Bowl since 1967? That's just wild! The friendship and camaraderie between them is what makes it so special 
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They've been going to every single game for 60 years straight! That's some crazy dedication right there. I mean, can you imagine not missing a single game of your favorite sport? It's just amazing what they've accomplished.
. So here's to Don, Gregory, and Tom – you guys will be missed at the Super Bowl! 
. i've been following this story and it's amazing how much history is being made in that stadium. what's gonna happen after they're done? will someone take up the torch or just stop trying? either way, it's a bummer we won't get to see these three friends share their love of football one more time 
I'm feeling a little nostalgic just thinking about it 
their dedication to each other and the game is truly inspiring 
and who knows, maybe one day we'll have new generations of friends making memories together that will last a lifetime 
! Can you believe they've been attending every Super Bowl since 1967? That's insane! It's crazy how Don Crisman's mobility issues are making him realize it might be his last, but I gotta give it to Greg Eaton for wanting to keep going - that's dedication fam 
. As they step away from their streak, it just makes me appreciate the power of football (and friends) even more 
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It's crazy how much they've invested in football over the decades - their whole friendship has revolved around it!