The Original Colts Fan Club This was taken from the old Forum in 2008. A Lot has happened since then. The fan club began in 1997.
Firstdownguy,Eric(Bartender) and Tony Payne all tailgated in the South Lot which was open on a "first come,first serve basis". We began discussion of starting a fan club to rival the high end and expensive Thundering Herd. In that time frame Randy Collins stopped by my house in Fortville as a stranger when I was painting up my Colts van and introduced himself. I invited Randy to join Eric,Tony and
myself in our tailgate. I set about helping Randy w/ his first Colts vehicle(a van) and we all continued discussing the formation of the fan club w/ Randy now included. We decided to invite others along the South Lot front row in as well. We formed a small group and held the first Blue Crew meeting on a Saturday at a bar down by either Union Station or Pan Am Plaza,not positive which. That group was made up of myself & wife,Randy(Prez) & wife,Eric(Bartender) & wife, Tony and wife,Dan(Original Web Dude and wife,the older couple from the corner spot(Pat Cole & wife I believe),"Bob Guy" and "Tammy Girl", the Tilleys and I think that is it. Original Web Dude may recall others? We took pictures of the meeting(Eric-"Bartender" still has them),discussed ideas,officially formed the club with a check made out to the club and set about soliciting signatures in the South Lot to recruit members. We quickly gained support as our battle cry was one of: "a fan club for Colts fans who tailgated,a fan club FOR Colts fans and ALL about Colts fans",not anyones personal interests. We made our intentions known to the Colts and the core founders: myself, Randy, Eric and Tony were invited and met w/ Zup and Ray Compton at the Colts Complex to inform them of our plans and to ask for support.We were all presented w/ autographed Peyton Manning Jerseys. The Colts allowed us to use their events(choose your seat day at the Dome,season tix pick-up day at the complex,etc...) as membership recruiting
points and the club continued to blossom.We also made ourselves available and were often called upon to bring members to media ploys by Compton and Zup to drum up ticket sales and other things.Anyone here take part in that commercial made in the South Lot w/ Irsays helicopter? I showed up w/ my van and got to sit in the helicopter but split before the commercial shot. They were throwing hot dogs out of the helicopter and we were all supposed to be scrambling to catch them. I quickly foresaw way too many jokes and ribbing coming from friends and family,so we left,it was juusttt a little cheesy. Original Web Dude started a web Site,Eric(Bartender)started bringing down a full bar which was used as a mobile headquarters for Blue Crew tailgates and is how he got his nickname.We began group fan club events such as attending away games at each others homes,organized road trips for away games(this needs to return),training camp day,the first allnighter(an absolute blast w/ very few present),later the "Rally around 465",purchasing Colts gear and throwing it to members/fans in the South Lot off randys RV(now Meanies & Crew) (NOW DEAD) before games,tossing out 1stDownGuy/Blue Crew T-shirts to the crowd in and around section 317 during games,etc....One particular Blue Crew "event" that took place was Randy spending the night in a port-o-let oustide of Sahms on 96th in Fishers to coincide w/ a ticket sales drive the Colts were doing. I stayed up all night keeping Randy company(outside the port-o-let thank you) and making up stupid songs w/ my guitar."Strange days indeed, most peculiar momma". Since those early days many have contibuted to the club and I hope too see it continue to evolve.The lean years which are sure to come will be the real first test. Considering that when we started this club we were 3-13, I think it will continue on just fine . Dan(Coltsdude): I still have all the original petition signatures that I walkedaround and collected about the bogus parking deal we got when construction at the Dome forced the Colts to move Suite holders and media over to our spots.That was in 1999 and really made us all mad. I also still have the Star articles that quoted myself,the Fricks,Casey McIntire,Matt McDermand and others about the old South Lot situation which helped lead to the formation of "Tailgate Alley" by the Colts which is where you were always set up. We were pro-active in supporting the Colts but also in getting things done for our fellow tailgators. We would have fit right in during the Woodstock era.
07/28/2026
ππ **IT'S ALMOST FOOTBALL TIME, COLTS FANS!** ππ
Don't get left searching for parking on game day! The **Blue Crew West Street Lot** is **almost FULL** and spots are disappearing fast!
π₯ **10-game parking pass + Blue Crew Membership β ONLY $355!**
Your membership includes:
β Blue Crew T-shirt
β Koozie
β License Plate
β Visor
β Access to ALL Blue Crew events throughout the season
β Exclusive giveaways
β Special guest appearances
Be part of the best Colts tailgate experience in Indy while parking just steps from the action!
β° **Don't wait until it's too lateβsecure your spot today and join the Blue Crew family!**
Shoutout to Blue Crew members who were on Good Morning America this morning. Way to represent!
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07/20/2026
Indy Blue Crew Road Trip: Colts vs. Steelers @ Pittsburgh
Get ready, Indy Blue Crew β itβs time to take the Horseshoe on the road! Join fellow fans for an unforgettable away-game experience as we head to Pittsburgh to cheer on the Colts against the Steelers.
Travel in comfort and style aboard a luxury Prevost motor coach, complete with spacious seating, premium amenities, and plenty of room for all your game-day gear. Whether you're a seasoned road-trip veteran or joining us for the first time, this is the ultimate way to connect with the Blue Crew and represent Indy in enemy territory.
Trip Highlights:
Round-trip transportation on a high-end Prevost coach
Tailgate-style camaraderie with fellow Colts fans
Game-day energy at Acrisure Stadium (ticket not included unless specified)
Comfortable, stress-free travel β no driving or parking worries
A sea of blue making our presence known in Pittsburgh
From the moment we roll out to the final whistle, this trip is all about Colts pride, great company, and unforgettable memories. Wear your blue, bring your spirit, and letβs show Steelers Nation how Indy travels!
Indy Blue Crew Fan Club - Indy Blue Crew Bus Trip (Pittsburgh)
Get ready, Indy Blue Crew β itβs time to take the Horseshoe on the road! Join fellow fans for an unforgettable away-game experience as we head to Pittsburgh to cheer on the Colts against the Steelers.
07/20/2026
π¨ LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE INDY BLUE CREW! π¨
This is your final opportunity to sign up before we send out the first wave of Blue Crew merchandise!
Don't miss your chance to be part of the first shipment and show off your Blue Crew gear all season long. Once this order goes in, you'll have to wait for the next merchandise run.
π Join today and be ready for kickoff with the rest of Blue Nation!
π¨ Only 11 West Street Lot parking spots remain! π¨
π Colts season is almost here, and our Indy Blue Crew West Street Lot is filling up fast!
If you want convenient game-day parking, now is the time to secure your spot. You won't find cheaper parking this close to Lucas Oil Stadiumβplus you'll be surrounded by fellow Colts fans and the best tailgate atmosphere in town.
Don't wait until they're gone. Only 11 spots are left!
Indy Blue Crew Fan Club - Tailgate Parking/Memberships
On Colts game days, youβll find parking lots around Lucas Oil Stadium full of tailgaters, many of whom belong to the Blue Crew fan club. βI remember when the Blue Crew was six people and a beat-up old camper,β said Cahn, βNow itβs one of the great tailgating clubs of the country.βΒ
06/03/2026
ππ€ INDY BLUE CREW β SAVE THE DATES! π€π
Colts fans, get readyβ¦ weβve got some BIG events coming up this fall! ππ»
π Bus Trip to Pittsburgh
π Saturday, October 10β11
πΊ Bar Crawl (Cowboys Game Weekend!)
π Saturday, November 7
Mark your calendars now and start getting your crew ready! More details and signup information will be coming soon.
Letβs show up BIG and represent Colts Nation the right way! πͺπ. Must be 21+.
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05/02/2026
Shout out to all the volunteers who woke up early and represented the Indy Blue Crew! Another successful one in the books! ππποΏΌ οΏΌ
05/01/2026
If you are participating in the 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, look for the Indy Blue Crew Fire Truck and your Indy Blue Crew Volunteering at Pit Station #3 at the 3-mile marker! See you bright and early. Rumor is there may be Jello and pudding shots! πππ
02/25/2026
500 Festival Mini-Marathon Pit Station
May 2nd, 2026. Volunteers wanted.
We know how much our Blue Crew Family likes to help.
Here is your chance to join us.
The Blue Crew will once again host a Gatorade station Michigan St &Tibbs.
**Perks for volunteers include a commemorative T-shirt, pudding and jello shots, morning breakfast snacks.
2. If you have not done so already, you may be prompted to create a new account. After account creation, in the future you will just need your First Name and Email.
3. Find Indy Blue Crew.
4. After you have selected the volunteer shift, click Submit at the bottom of the page.
Arrival: 5:00AM β 5:15 AM
Set up Gatorade for runners and walkers.
Hustle to get area cleaned up by 10 AM! It goes by fast!
To the new people signing up, the arrival time is early but itβs important to be on time. The streets will close and if you are late, you will not be able to get through to the parking area. Our spot allows us to be cleaned up and out by 10AM. Please recruit your family and friends so we can make this a successful event! Participants must be 16 and older.
You will receive detailed information about your shift from your group's Pit Station Leader, Debby, as we are getting closer to the event.
While we didn't achieve the last home game victory, we undoubtedly triumphed in the tailgate win every week. We express our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal Blue Crew Family who attended the final home game of the season. Hereβs to a happy and safe new year! ππ
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