There is an unspoken agreement between fans and players at baseball games. Players perform, and fans watch and engage, whether cheering or jeering. This system usually works smoothly. Regrettably, some fans disregard this agreement and disrupt the game by running onto the field, often for a thrill or a dare.
One such incident occurred during last Sunday’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Angels at Dodger Stadium. A disruptive fan managed to dodge security and make his way to center field before trying to escape by jumping over a short fence in right field. However, an unexpected hero emerged in the form of the Dodgers’ ball girl.
The ball girl blocked the fan’s path and attempted to apprehend him. Although he initially evaded her grasp, when he tried to climb the fence, he left himself vulnerable. With a swift move, the ball girl pulled him down, causing him to tumble into the stands. Although he seemed unharmed, he was momentarily stunned, allowing security to apprehend him.
Here’s a video of the incident. pic.com/9hICgcVdR5
— Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) August 8, 2021
Although these incidents are typically not broadcasted to deter others from copying such behavior, fans in the stands captured the ball girl’s brave act on their phones, and the footage circulated on social media. The ball girl’s identity has not been revealed, and it is unclear whether she will face any repercussions from the stadium authorities. However, many Twitter users are hopeful that she will be commended for her actions rather than punished.
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