Fan mail address
Carolina Panthers
Bank of America Stadium
800 South Mint Street
Charlotte, NC 28202-1518
USA
Address information
Bank of America Stadium
(Stadium)
800 South Mint Street
Charlotte, NC 28202-1518
USA
Phone: (704) 358-7000
Fax: (704) 358-7618
The Carolina Panthers are a professional American football team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They are a member of the National Football League (NFL) and compete in the league’s National Football Conference (NFC) South division. Since their establishment in 1995, the Panthers have built a passionate fan base and become a significant presence in the NFL, marked by several playoff appearances, divisional titles, and a journey to the Super Bowl.
The Carolina Panthers were established in 1993 when the NFL awarded an expansion franchise to Charlotte. The team’s owner, Jerry Richardson, a former NFL player, aimed to create a competitive and community-oriented franchise. The Panthers played their inaugural season in 1995 and quickly made a name for themselves with a focus on building a strong team and fostering local support.
In their first season, the Panthers finished with a 7-9 record, showcasing their potential and competitiveness. Head coach Dom Capers led the team, emphasizing a strong defense and a run-oriented offense. The Panthers’ inaugural year was marked by excitement, and they quickly gained traction in the Carolinas.
The Panthers continued to improve throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, culminating in their first playoff appearance in the 1996 season. Under head coach Dom Capers, the team reached the NFC Championship Game but lost to the Green Bay Packers. Despite this setback, the Panthers established themselves as a competitive force in the league.
