Detroit Lions fever is taking hold of America -- but one fan from across the ocean is hoping to find his fanhood roots.
Alan Bolchover posted a message in a Detroit Lions Facebook group, looking to find the people who turned him into a Lions fan while on a trip with his family in Ireland back in 1985.
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“On our trip we went on a Group Tour Boat and Horse Riding tour of the Ring of Kerry - a beautiful part of the old country. On the second part of the tour, I was placed in a horse and cart with a family from Detroit with my mother,” Bolchover said in the post.
“And on that journey - in the summer of 1985 - I was told all about the majesty of Lions Football and given a Lions Cap. I was thrilled - and I have never looked back. Despite all the ups and downs (mainly the downs) - I have always followed, pulling many all-nighters. And I have built a strong affiliation for the town and people of Detroit.”
“This is my opportunity to chance my arm, throw a Hail Mary, and ask whether you are from Detroit and your family was in Kerry in the mid-80s. I remember the Dad had a moustache and was around 30 - which would make him around 70 now.”
You can see photos from Alan and the post here in the Facebook group.
