November 10, 2016 – The Charlotte Hornets and Bank of America on Friday will honor Lieutenant Colonel Richard Cantwell, USA, Ret., as this season’s first recipient of the season-long Yellow Ribbon Program. In partnership with Bank of America, the Hornets honor military members and veterans for their unwavering service to our country, and the Yellow Ribbon Program recognizes one of these heroes during one Hornets home game per month. Recipients are featured in the game program, honored prior to the national anthem and during an on-court presentation at halftime and given four tickets to the game. In addition, the Hornets make a $1,000 donation to the recipients' charity of choice.
Charlotte Hornets, Bank of America to Honor Lieutenant Colonel Richard Cantwell, USA, Ret., As First Yellow Ribbon Honoree of 2016-17 Season
