Little Leaguer consoles pitcher after getting hit in the head ❤️

Little Leaguer consoles pitcher after getting hit in the head ❤️
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[@ItilayItshay]

Everyone is praising the batter, and that is totally understandable. The kid showed more sportsmanship then we see from most adults. But can we also appreciate the pitcher? In a time and in a game where we see professional pitchers sometimes INTENTIONALLY hit batters, here's a pitcher who is so shaken by accidentally hitting a batter that he's brought to tears. Some things are above the game. Both kids are awesome.

[@knozzzy5559]

I played with the pitcher on a select team he was best player on the team and I didn’t get to play much but he was humble and was always nice I just missed making this team the league combine the east and west side I would have made the east team if they didn’t but still cool to see them play on tv

[@blakekwamin7400]

They both did. Let’s stop it already

[@conedx]

intentionally hitting batters is part of the game and i'll never think different...but not in the head. pitchers dont do that on purpose.

[@51515123]

Well said my friend.

[@brentsharp8234]

Only other thing I'd add would be the parents of both kids did amazing raising them. Both players will be great adults due to the examples at home

[@brucewatkins7163]

So much going "right" in this clip! The catcher checking on the injured batter. The batter checking on the upset pitcher. The pitcher not wanting to hurt an opponent. Fantastic sportsmanship and character!

[@huevoneousmaximus2309]

There are many pro players that can learn a valuable lesson here. Hope they're watching.

[@gerardroll6468]

If only more of those at the professional levels in many sports could conduct themselves like this. I know teams go all out to win, but in the end, seeing an opponent getting hurt accidentally is never a good thing. I can see these 2 youngsters being friends for years to come.

[@Morning.Coffee]

💝👍

[@CarmelAndCrosby]

The ball also went right

[@ModernDayRenaissanceMan]

Everyone gets an A. The batter. The pitcher. The catcher. The coaches. The teammates. The crowd. This is baseball.

[@texasborn2720]

No I think the coach ruined the moment. He should of let the batter talk with the pitcher longer. It was the boy words that was most needed at that moment not the coach.

[@nicholaszoeller5028]

yes an A for everybody

[@crustyspaghetti3749]

@@texasborn2720 Chill out dude, the coach was being an adult being at the side of a child.

[@mikem3789]

And the parents who raised him

[@badasssalsa]

@@mikem3789 Amen to that!

[@Nfulks96]

Both of these boys were raised right. The batter for accepting it was a mistake and not losing his cool it’s acceptable for the professionals to, and the pitcher for showing such remorse for an accident.

[@igottogo100]

no BLM going on in their family's

[@johnfay8931]

Bushels and bushels more maturity than supposedly grown adults.

[@shhhhhh323]

yes! good on both of them! im so happy that zay was able to go back into the game and also check on the pitcher. he really has such a kind and caring personality irl..

[@AM93000]

Yup unlike the teen thugs in new york city

[@ilovesports4927]

Pure class! I hope this kid makes it wherever he's trying to go in life.

[@edgarcamacho9567]

We want him with the Dodgers!!!!!

[@jeff-findingdreamcars5615]

I was thinking the same thing, for both of them.

[@smoothoperator7023]

What about the pitcher? 🤷

[@jasonevans8449]

I'm a Texan. We're so thoroughly impressed with the compassion and empathy expressed by the OK batter. Then the Pearland coach strides up and barks 'Look at me. LOOK at me' at his pitcher. Texas is deeply embarrassed by this man. Deeply.

[@JH-pt6ih]

@@jasonevans8449 What are you talking about? The coach wasn’t “barking” - he was just trying to get his players attention and reassuring him.

[@XrpWest]

That kids a pro!! Not just great sportsmanship but a great human being 🙌 you gained a fan

[@jasonevans8449]

Batter -- "Hey, you're OK" Coach -- "Look at me. LOOK at me." so sad

[@joshmarquess5470]

He was trying to get his pitcher's focus back. There was a lot on the line. I don't see anything wrong with it

[@XrpWest]

@veryslyfox Chill… he is not a man, he is a child.. you applaud what he did because he shows he has a genuine heart ♥️

[@cole7726]

@veryslyfox you're a vile person.

[@hihungryimcam]

@veryslyfox Your comment is a wonderful display of why I'm glad I'm not a part of your generation. Cheers.

[@robertflinn-nctrianglereal9794]

Listen to the batter right before he leaves the hug. He says "throw strikes." Incredible!

[@GG-pr3yo]

Son, you just taught the world how we ALL need to act. Well done. Hats off to your parents as well.

[@godlysmith1871]

Kids showing more maturity then some adults. Everybody including myself need to be taking notes. Respect due young man. 🙏🏾❤️

[@ChakaHamilton]

"Than"

[@jfayiii]

@@ChakaHamilton this is the time for corrections, this right there, this is the time

[@joelzand3594]

Sometimes it’s not just about the game As an umpire this truly warms my heart Seeing the sportsmanship Nothing but class kid.

[@LuzMaria95]

The pitcher is such a good sport 🥺 he showed compassion and remorse and the batter was a class act too 🤍

[@Tek1014media]

The parents should be praised also!!! They're raising good young men 💪

[@SiccDeville]

if we had more parents like that, the world would be at peace.

[@TYreLL0416]

@@SiccDeville 💯💯

[@jstew8]

Raised right, part of being a man💯

[@Will-ex2wr]

This had me tearing up. God bless both of these kids in life.

[@eloo7556]

Amen

[@teamhippiefish]

Ive watched this 20 times today. This is how people used to act towards each other and its almost shocking to see sportsmanship like this anymore. This is a good human raised by good parents.

[@SiccDeville]

exactly. you have to go into sports archive to see how society used to be. this sportsmanship was a tear jerker.

[@Baker19911]

Used to act? In what era of human civilization were Men ever this kind and thoughtful? Huh?

[@ytpider990]

@@Baker19911 people love lying to each other about history I swear and say little sweet white lies and takes to make each other feel better. Look at a couple of the mothers CRYING in the stand 💀 stay home.. this isn’t church 🤣

[@rcs5722]

@@Baker19911 When they enlisted to go fight in wars even though they were under age where their sacrifice gave YOU the freedom to bash men online.

[@funstorys5356]

Good sportsmanship

[@the4cqueen148]

I attended a little league game when i was about the age of 16 when one of the outfielder's tried to catch a flyball and it hit him in his chest, the ambulance performed CPR & did everything that they could do for him but he passed anyway. I'm now in my mid sixties and i can still hear his dad crying, it was the one of the saddest days of my life. I can only imagine how scared that poor kid' was after hitting the batter. Thankfully he's okay. Good job guys.

[@ducksinarowpatience3670]

That's really awful.

[@dromerod]

These kids are setting an example for us all...let's pay attention and do likewise.

[@SomeGuyFrom216]

Both of these young men deserve all the success in life. Someone did good with these two.

[@tubby4388]

Nice WOKE Cleveland baseball pic.

[@khj8716]

Not gonna lie, I teared up watching this. Compassion shown by both young men.

[@redddogg2461]

Same I’m in my 40s and this hit me the same way. Most of us adults could learn a lil something from this moment from these young men

[@derekv8534]

Young men. Perfect way to put it. We need more of this today.

[@steveliston7067]

i cant stop crying.

[@khj8716]

@veryslyfox I guess so. That’s how the good Lord made me. 🙏🏻

[@TYreLL0416]

@veryslyfox He's not supposed to care about hurting someone?? Stop acting tough because you aren't

[@davidellis5141]

He just earned a spot on The Today show tomorrow. He's a fine young person. 💪

[@dougbodenhamer9391]

Sportsmanship, and caring, go hand in hand. I am so proud of both young men.

[@ucanon2662]

This is what great sportsmanship, compassion, respect and humility looks like. Great life lesson for us all to learn. Thank you young man!

[@anthonyclark9441]

I don't care how jaded you think you've become, you gotta love that.

[@americanfirst913]

Dude that made me almost cry, THIS is what “for the love of the game” means, god bless!

[@brainscott8198]

Yes...God bless, indeed.

[@christopherthomas789]

Great sportsmanship👏🏽

[@dlpowers3898]

"There's no crying in baseball" as Tom Hanks said in A League of their Own but that can't be farther from the truth here, we are all human beings and if a fellow player gets injured we feel the pain too. Bravo to both these awesome kids!

[@thefirstechlon5522]

Tell that to big papi 😂 (the hanks quote. I’m referring to post game in 2016 when he retired)

[@michellepane4065]

😂😂😂 Thank you!!! I needed to laugh because this clip has me 😭😭😭.

[@dlpowers3898]

@@michellepane4065 yah, made me cry too Michelle!

[@SirMoeThe2nd]

Yep, I see Tom Hanks' "there's no crying in baseball" and raise you Brad Pitt's "how can you not be romantic about baseball?"

[@coachdudesportstv]

This brought tears to my eyes great job young man

[@mikegutsch5769]

I just soaked a tissue.

[@mickpappas6840]

In the world today, where EVERYTHING IS ABOUT WINNING. ANY WAY POSSIBLE, . THIS ACT OF SPORTSMANSHIP IS RARE AND TOTAL CLASS. THE FANS SAW IT AND GAVE THEM A STANDING O. GOD BLESS THEM ALL.

[@joyrichardson9794]

They’re friends and that’s why the pitcher took it hard because he thought he hurt his friend - this is the epitome of sportsmanship!

[@scolpitts]

What a class act. Good on the players and also the coaches and parents! The world needs more of this.

[@Dec4AllTimeAlways]

Pure class by that kid. I was getting distracted by that mom. 😍 She's probably around the same age as me (early-40s) but still looks great. Early-80s babies are aging well.

[@brandonevans7589]

Agreed ( 1982 here )

[@jason555jason555]

😂😂

[@SiccDeville]

ha. i was wiping away the tears thinking who's that.

[@meyou9176]

This shows that the game comes 2nd as well as passion and mindset of this young man. This is how everyone should be.

[@matheresabartolome6842]

why am i crying...well raised kiddos... sportsmanship, empathy

[@stevelacy137]

Classy move young man. I hope to see you in the bigs.

[@ctclmichaud]

First class job, mom and dad and the whole coaching staff. This doesn’t just happen. Wiping away tears!

[@shawnmoree8882]

Amazing what a great kid his parents are doing something right need more kids like him

[@ChavisGreenard]

Respect to that young man, not little boy, YOUNG MAN! Honor and class all the way.

[@brunonara1224]

Amen

[@redddogg2461]

All us adults could learn a lil something from this awesome moment of caring for one another and the great sportsmanship shown by the 2 young men!!! EVERYONE OF US AS ADULTS. Instead of hating eachother and wanting to see one side fall instead we should be lifting eachother up we are all one and we’re all in this game togather no matter what anyone thinks. Great job to both of these ball teams keep up the good work

[@DreDay1993]

Someone raised their kid right

[@philipmurray7307]

BEAUTIFUL SPORTSMANSHIP!!!!! This is the beauty of baseball, let's never let this fade!!!

[@ericknopik2852]

This is the best sportsmanship I have ever, EVER seen!

[@ricardomoreno9558]

This is my 1st time seeing this these 2 kids should be proud of themselves, The battery went to go make sure the picture was OK What a great young man

[@danabana8121]

So beautiful to see this instead of a story about preteens mugging seniors. Very very well done, young men. 👏👏👏❤️ I’m so very proud of you. Good parenting-good on you. ⭐️

[@UppingDowners]

He said come on bro we have a whole game to play it’s only the first inning ! These are some class act kids

[@armandodelacruz3588]

Most adults should learn frm this kids sportsmanship. That is amazing!!!

[@joinwilliams7969]

What a great young man his parents did a great job raising him this is what the world needs more of

[@groundzero270]

This is why there is always hope for humanity.

[@fanofafan6480]

I'm not crying. Just got something in my eye.😭 Now that's what sports is all about

[@lifescope]

Both of those kids parents belong in the hall of fame

[@JunkBondTrader]

lol what did the pitcher do but cry and throw an errant pitch?

[@jefferybarefield6372]

This what we need to treat each other on this Earth!! That Kid is A Class act

[@Kate-b5j]

These young men are exceptionally awesome human beings! Excellent parenting and conmunity. ✝️❤️

[@mattschinsing1281]

I'm so proud of this little man great sportsmanship for sure. Of course when he went up to the pitcher I just had tears in my eyes . Great kid he is I hope u make to the big leagues little man.

[@Taylor112996]

Sweet boys. It says so much about their parents that they're so openly willing to hug another boy when they feel the need to, no matter how many people are around and no matter how old they are. They should be proud of themselves and never lose their good hearts ❤️

[@kk7420]

Dad raised him well. ❤️❤️

[@tammymackey97]

One of the most awesome acts of sportsmanship ive ever seen!!!! So proud of this kid...wow!!!

[@jimmyrhino6176]

Respect. Parents should be very proud. That's a product respectful parenting

[@JaRHeaD326]

That’s awesome…I hope that kid makes it to the Majors

[@karlkuster6413]

How if only we could go back to those years of innocence and treat the game of baseball as just that a game to be enjoyed and to have fun playing and promote sportsmanship and unity. Lord help keep our children safe.

[@NinersGiantsNation]

I love baseball! Respect to the kid consoling the pitcher after he accident hit him in the head with the ball

[@cherylb2008]

Both kids are rockstars. Zane such a generous kid, and pitcher genuinely cared. Love it❤️⭐️

[@indadrops9492]

Lots of adults need to take note

[@BillyRicker92]

An absolute class act.

[@keehud333]

That's real love man....awesome

[@mikehump1976]

Kudos to both of these kiddos. Real sportsmanship on display.

[@brandonevans7589]

This is the greatest thing I've seen in a very long time and I'll be 40 on the 24th. You gained another fan! Just awesome!! His parents are awesome and should be very proud

[@PopSyckillPete]

That young man is definitely going somewhere in life. And props to his parents, teachers and coaches for raising such a generous soul

[@BladeR2049]

I'm glad you included teachers

[@PopSyckillPete]

@@BladeR2049 absolutely... teachers play a very important role with our youth. And need to be given more praise

[@shhhhhh323]

his dad is his coach so that must have been super scary! not only would he have lost a star player, but a son! so glad he's okay! zay has always been very resilient and tough growing up, he wouldnt let something like this stop him!

[@Ice_AM1]

I was watching this moment live and I started crying the best moment I’ve ever seen

[@mediocrejoker9447]

i just cried a little

[@robertzimmer8311]

Kids know what matters. Both boys deserve our respect.

[@robertlaird8238]

Sportsmanship at it's finest

[@ACU_misfit]

COMPASSION AND EMPATHY ARE NOT WEAKNESSES

[@joshuajohnson8845]

Amazing Respect. We need this in sports

[@LifewitLeorricJ]

These kids have more sportsmanship then adults 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@tjplaya1156]

1,000 percent agree with you! Youth sports is supposed to be about the kids - learning different skills, focus on teamwork and each other's well being, and build a love for the game. Too many parents push too hard, and set bad examples for their kids..thus, making kids give up on the game - their parents ruined their love of the game. That kid who got hit in the head, he is an amazing young man, showed tremendous class, and deserves all the love and attention he will get now...😭😭tears are flowing.

[@tedmartinpadres]

There is still hope for humanity.

[@sarahjacquez2904]

This is why its so important to teach young boys compassion. No toxic, suck it up attitude. I would be a very proud parent in this moment. What an amazing example that we are starting to do right by our boys.

[@shhhhhh323]

he always has been soooo kind and loving to both his sisters growing up. it really is so great! i speak for our family when i say, we're so proud!

[@ducksinarowpatience3670]

Except the kid 100% just , sucked it up and shook it off.

[@rigbymordecai772]

This is pure sportsmanship, boy was taught well Goodluck to both teams

[@sasser8487]

This is one of the greatest moments in sports!

[@danm8747]

That kids parents should feel very proud. Not just of their son, but of their parenting. We need more people like that.

[@51515123]

This was absolutely the best showing of sportsmanship I've seen in awhile. Leave it up to the little leaguer's to show you a huge display of heart!

[@joelgalvezparas]

Hope in humanity restored in that kid.

[@igotbandaids]

What a golden heart thing to do. Note the players and an adult come later to help and he steps away. He handled it better than the adult telling the kid, "You're okay."

[@eM.k.]

Why does this video not have more likes? This is what the world needs, 2000% more of this!

[@clutchtoy91]

Brought a tear to my eyes! Much respect #1

[@rac5869]

Those boys restored my faith in humanity.

[@JJA1987]

Those two kids might have become the best sports story of the entire year - Respect to Isaiah and Kaiden

[@ringmaster2500]

Would be nice to see this kind of sportsmanship and compassion amongst the Adults. Kudos to both young men

[@michaelarriola.11]

Awsome young men here. Even for the pitcher to be upset, he was just worried he hurt the other kid. Good stuff. 👏

[@crypto2487]

Good job mom and dad of both players! Well done!

[@jeffrey5703]

Beautiful.

[@justinluckyp1116]

Going to grow up to be a great man sometime the things you do show your greatness best of luck to you in basball and life

[@HighPlainsDrifter53]

This was so cool. Respect kiddos

[@williamstalvey6920]

What an outstanding touch of class by that player who got hit.... Parents, you obviously raised him right...... Pitcher> great maturity Thanks for the nice Video Entire Country Could learn from the maturation of these kids!! Bill Buckhead Ga

[@msheezy6775]

The pitcher’s glove has the ball and touched the base runner while he’s getting hugged by the base runner, that’s an out

[@jonathantaylor9208]

Bro this is about the sportsmanship not if he’s out or not he did a great thing

[@CripticK1ng]

@@jonathantaylor9208 calm down

[@chriskay1449]

No it isn't. Ump had already called time after the batter got hit. Ball was not in play. Try again.

[@jonathantaylor9208]

@@CripticK1ng ok sorry

[@clarkclark9832]

That was a joke people. RELAX.

[@dangilbreth3073]

Pure kid and hats off to his parents

[@davidebert8034]

I’m a man’s man, fully aware of my gender, proud of my gender, and this actually made me tear up. Props to those young men, may they have success in all of their endeavors.

[@mrs.inguanzo-perez]

Great sportsmanship

[@erickgonzalez5247]

Que hermoso es el béisbol 😍😍🙏🏼🙏🏼💪🏽💪🏽

[@eduardosanchez4524]

Class act young man. This is what I'm talking about.

[@lamontt808]

This kid knows what life is all about at a young age bravo 👏

[@antfolchiable]

This is TRUE sportsmanship. MLB can learn from these bright and innocent kids.