Surprise Military Family Welcome Home at South Carolina Football Game

The Faile family from Kershaw, South Carolina, was the Columbia Metropolitan Airport Military Family of the Game, set to be recognized on the field. Their first surprise was a message to them from their dad/husband, Sergeant First Class Scott Faile, playing on the video board, followed by an even bigger surprise. The Gamecocks would go on to beat Georgia, 35-7, just as Sgt. Faile predicted.

[@ajb868686]

Hearing the crowd erupt when he walked out was just pure awesomeness!!!

[@robjohnson8861]

Yeah, when has SC ever had anything to cheer that loud for.

[@JamesSmith-gn9rl]

I agree total awesomeness

[@bleeding4721]

I remember my father coming home from Vietnam being spit on by scum. Glad those days are gone...I hope

[@TextlefSchrempf]

Chills.

[@handleunavailable]

Will never not make me cry lol

[@christophergeorge510]

I was at this game. The crowd was louder in that moment than the entire beatdown of UGA. It was truly a wonderful experience. Four years later and I still have something in both of my eyes....

[@lindseysummers5351]

Christopher George This was at the 2012 Georgia game? Great game to be at, and I wish this had been played on ESPN instead of the usual pregame. But I imagine seeing the video doesn't do it justice...

[@spraynardtaarkus8168]

I was there too- not sure which moment was louder, this or Ace Sanders’ punt return for a TD. I was hugging strangers during that play!

[@dgreene4234]

This years game was EPIC!

[@crystaldwigans8454]

Christopher George I’m a huge gamecock fan and love this moment.

[@lindseysummers5351]

@@spraynardtaarkus8168 That is what I LOVED about being in the Student Section at Williams Brice: We're all family there. Even if you have never met the guy or girl in the seat next to you, put on the garnet and black, and you'll be hugging and high fiving all through a win. It's a great place to watch a game!!

[@TedsHoldOver]

When a mom pushes her kids out of the way to be first to hug her man... not even the crowd noise is as strong as that marriage. 💪

[@rodrigoeduardolopez5253]

Wdeñ

[@richardbassett9367]

I agree 💯 percent with you

[@richardbassett9367]

Thanks for your reply and I enjoyed the video

[@user-hz4zl6lx4l]

❤😢

[@richardbassett9367]

Thanks for your reply and it is very true and thanks to all the military people for their service

[@jeffreygallardo5404]

This just made me cry. The way that crowd erupted to give this family a special moment is euphoric. We need more cowds like this. This crowd gave every ounce of energy. No politics, no hidden agendas, just love from the soul.

[@lorelubke4233]

Kann man das auch auf Deutsch schreiben

[@kimberry84]

Yes. Beautiful comment. Just supporting another family.

[@teresaromanski3925]

not like those awful nascar people, you can't call them fans, they're disgusting. this was beautiful.

[@fjellt]

I love how the mom tugs the back of her daughter's shirt so the can get to her husband first.

[@hookedndeep1175]

Mother -my husband Daughter- Bitch

[@lisakelly2326]

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[@theblacksp1derman]

I thought I was the only 1 who noticed that 😆

[@robjohnson8861]

@@theblacksp1derman I noticed it bec I hardly took my eyes off the mother. My deceased girlfriend could have been her twin.

[@stenbak88]

What a fucking bitch

[@PaulaGregg]

I was at this game! I think there were tears in everyone's eyes in the stadium.

[@daniels4227]

Let me tell you something, you and everyone else in the crowd sure showed a ton of class and made this moment absolutely incredible for this wonderful family. God bless y'all

[@Beezlie727]

Understandable!

[@lionelkennedy1394]

What an awesome moment!

[@FlyingWalnut]

Wish I could have been there. I’d have cheered until my throat was raw.

[@tylerfunk6451]

Does anyone who makes these events/surprises happen?? Would love to know!! Thanks so much

[@NOBUxDrillz]

If you've never been in this situation, where your father, mother, brother, or sister has been away at war. I can not express the pure joy of returning home, and seeing your family. Videos like this always puts a smile on my face. Because I've been there, and I know exactly how this family feels.

[@MLMLW]

Me, too.

[@NOBUxDrillz]

@arnulfo quintero of course you would say that. It's okay most Civilians don't understand. I don't blame you for your ignorance. You were just raised different, I blame your parents.✌🏿

[@idunbeezasmart1]

I've lost count how many times I've watched this clip. It's that good.

[@handleunavailable]

How loud the crowd explodes is amazing.

[@WinningWithWarchild]

It keeps coming up on my watch list and I watch it, again and again, and I get emotional each time. Proud for everyone involved here!

[@jessejl5997]

Cause you have SOUL MY FRIEND. HEART.... LOVE

[@crowder8822]

Way to go Gamecock fans!! Loudest crowd I've ever heard!!! What a reception for that awesome moment. Best on the net!

[@melanymalaga6343]

Janssenthehgustavo

[@akshay.rajput2829]

Indeed ! Awesome crowd ...added more meaning to the reunion ! ..... Grateful countrymen !

[@jeffreygallardo5404]

That crowd is epic.. This made my eyes water. Every soldier should have the loudest cheers ever

[@dabneyscholler8495]

Forever to thee 🐓

[@brunolega633]

@@daniels4227 u u

[@karl482]

what a f ing awesome stadium and crowd

[@devincoleman4671]

That's how we do college football in South Carolina! Add this amazing reunion and this is just a little taste as to why the South East in general is amazing.

[@NorfolkFrisco611]

@@devincoleman4671 I can attest to that. Fucking awesome hospitality.

[@jlinms8721]

SEC BABY! MURKA!!!

[@erikpeterson25]

yes !!!

[@tylerstanley7155]

Not even a SC fan, but can anyone name a louder fan moment?!?! I didn't think so. This video still gives me chills 10 years later.

[@jeffreygallardo5404]

These soldiers make sacrifices that we take for granted. I applaud the south carolina fans for making this a truly heartfelt, epic reunion. Every place should give soldiers the biggest cheers ever. These are the real heroes

[@idunbeezasmart1]

Cops too. Everyday can be a combat deployment for them.

[@frankrizzo4460]

I absolutely agree with you, they give all for our freedoms, and to protect our great Republic. May God bless these men and women who are willing to do this, we are forever grateful to you 🙏🇺🇸

[@user_1abc]

@@idunbeezasmart1 sure. But they aren't as much away from family as military guys are. It would have become slightly better in the last 20 years with the mobile coverage and all but until the 90s a soldiers job involved way too much resolve, grit and sacrifice. That said, I have a lot of respect for SD/PD officers as well.

[@johngunter2940]

All i can say to the crowd there in south carolina THANK YOU..WHAT A FANTASTIC WAY TO BRING A SOLDIER TO HIS FAMILY ..

[@emekmek3197]

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[@johnmh1000]

You guys - what a wonderful family and South Carolina rocks! Very best wishes from England. AND thank you for your service.

[@wadedunn668]

Ladies and Gents I will tell you this. I have watched many of these reunions, all of them touching but this was pretty great!. I am in Kentucky, former active duty Marine, and a UK fan, but wow. The fans there really gave that man justice for doing what he does and defending our freedom. Thanks to him and for the SC fans and the university for showing that support for that great man and his family.

[@favouronwordi9721]

Wade, u have done a fine job too... god bless u

[@frederickwilson4060]

Wade Dunn absolutely! I am an ECU Pirate through and through but God Bless the Gamecocks for the respect they showed and the welcome they gave.

[@slimdeivid]

Invading countrys & stealing natural resources its no freedom.... Do it that in china or russia & see what happens to you

[@andreasbacklund6843]

@@slimdeivid Yeah in Afghanistan they try to steal.. Eeh.. What.. Donkeys? Sit down! You havent miss you parents/sister/brother if they been gone for years? Thanks for your service. /Sweden

[@tomasspana6457]

really

[@emmittosteen60]

I wish the military men and women that came back from the Vietnam War would have gotten this kind of home coming.

[@cpace4031]

Me too

[@vickyschnorbus4166]

I totally agree with you.

[@spiritseeker711]

💯

[@cbcarter63]

This is hands down my favorite homecoming video. Mom pulls her daughter back so she can get there first! Love this! No matter how many times I see this I get choked up! GOD BLESS AMERICA!

[@aaronjones3284]

I can say to you, yes this gets me every time I see it. The love, the shear enthusiasm from the fans sets this on fire 🔥. There is another family the Gamecock South Carolina fans go all they way for as well and like this one will have you in tears . Was 2013 for David Jones and his parents and two sisters. They got that love as well ..

[@ktlovesnickj]

The best reaction from the crowd too!!

[@danielburgess1806]

The crowd was really loud!!!

[@dspatchin]

Love how mom pulls the daughter back as they run so .she can get their first.

[@TheStuport]

LOL...she was moving fo sho!

[@marylovos8101]

I saw that . It was funny she really wants to get there first

[@TheStuport]

Mary Lovos MOM's RULE when "their man" is center stage!! Cheers Mary

[@zuletebi]

Lol saw that too😂😂😂😂

[@haliecain4826]

Nice one mom

[@parkersalwayssmokin]

Hands down my favorite one. Whenever I go down the rabbit hole on these, I always search this one up to finish up. 50 year old man sitting in a chair blubbering by himself...Jesus.

[@dennissvitak5475]

I'm right there with you, bud.

[@fredsalay720]

Most awesome military homecoming video I've seen. That stadium was screaming!!! Freekin great!!! God bless all who were part of it and especially the family!!!

[@soulpole4984]

2:22 is just damn priceless!!!! MOMMA GRABBING DAUGHTER BY THE SHIRT AND PULLING HER BACK!!!! lmao

[@davidj696]

That s what I said

[@NerdyGirl178]

Ikr I was laughing at that part

[@warrensibilla41]

David J

[@DLJ_Official]

I thought they were sisters.

[@captaincooool]

when you know u married the right girl

[@1Ocqueoc]

2:20 - 5 yard penalty on Mom for holding

[@phylex961]

XD LOL but this video was beautiful

[@neveraxell8950]

Randy She that comment is priceless😂

[@mitchharpenau786]

It's actually a 10 yard penalty for holding. I'll let it slide this time.

[@davionwillock9233]

She quick on her legs for a mom lol mom made d kids looks like they haint running go mom

[@joshgarbemusic]

Lol

[@WinningWithWarchild]

This video is approaching 10M views - what a testament to the character of everyone involved (Gamecock nation, family, military, etc.). I'm a native Texan and Longhorn fan, but I feel like a Gamecock every time I watch this video. I've rewatched this about 10 times now and get emotional every time. I love this family and hope all are doing well in 2020! Proud to be an American!!

[@aaronjones3284]

Totally agree with you!!!!!

[@WinningWithWarchild]

@@aaronjones3284 Approaching 14M views in 2022. What an awesome event!

[@ninonieto8002]

@@aaronjones3284 the 915 sorry bout your pops I lost mine April 2020 . But keep up all you do for El Paso. Keep making the 915 very proud God Bless señor

[@doodooclowney1518]

I've never heard a crowd like that. That's awesome. What a reception for a solider that truly deserves it.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@Squid742]

I was at this game, and I don't think I've ever heard the stadium get that loud before

[@michaelells2368]

"I'll see you real... REAL soon!" I cried... One of the BEST homecoming videos of all time. So much support and so much love

[@kenspedding4594]

From here in the UK god bless all your service men and women, total respect and come home safely. 👍👍👍

[@d4rthknight322]

That crowd reaction is epic.

[@willsee7452]

Best "welcome home soldier" video on YT. The crowd went absolutely BANANAS!

[@kmxrie]

I'm so proud for Breanna.

[@setnomA]

Hope you two are still friends 🙌🏽

[@alexhorton7845]

This one gets me every time...fam's reaction, and the crowd reaction

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@WarzoneMorloc]

That roar from the crowd.. that’s respect

[@mikechilton911]

I say what I say a lot of them on KZbin it never gets old that's what America is about that's the America I love God bless us

[@frankrizzo4460]

@@mikechilton911 Yes I absolutely agree with you, may God bless our great Republic and those who are willing to sacrifice everything for our freedoms 🙏🇺🇸🙏

[@ABaby-rd8zo]

the mom dipped on all of them😂😂

[@poopfromspace7901]

fr 😂😂

[@GERMANFLCH]

Jsssb

[@zahrarezai2889]

Lol the mom was pulling her shirt back hahah

[@michaelhearson]

Just pure awesomeness!! I thank him for his brave service. God bless America 🇺🇸🙏❤

[@clintarbogast9431]

I never get tired of watching this..pure joy!

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@dominiquericketts3330]

These put me in tears.. Love the way they surprise you since you haven't seen them in so long! God Bless America

[@delnuts5]

I've watched this so many times, and every time they start running I get chills

[@joaoconceicao5828]

Que pena que noBrasil não é assim Parabéns para vocês América nos

[@julynnjamerson6858]

This is the best military video that I have ever seen. The wife, daughter and son put their entire effort into running to the husband, father and dad. Amazing!

[@kellighlemon2110]

For everyone who is disliked this I will never understand you a father came home to his family that is the best thing anyone can ask for

[@TheMrsThrash]

This is probably one of the best reunions I've seen. Truly heart warming from the family's reaction to the enormous applause from the crowd.

[@wisdeerman]

Lifelong Wisconsin Badger fan and former USN....but damn......mad props to Gamecock fans; that's what you're supposed to sound like...

[@rodlourenco]

I still cry every time I watch this video...

[@allenuconn]

Watching his wife out sprint the kids was priceless!!! True love!

[@cmpunkrulz09]

Here comes the onion monster again. I love these videos. I have tears rolling.

[@timsteryt]

Forget Seattle and Kansas City's battle to measure who has the loudest fans... I think this crowd at this moment shattered both those decibel records.

[@jamesbean2407]

This brought tears of joy to me. Really touching.

[@lionelkennedy1394]

Great video! The crowd was amazing and I remember this game. We were still a very good team in 2013. Man, I want us to get back there again!!!

[@fo221]

This is awesome to watch... and listen to. The crowd cheer loudly when the soldier mentions their support, then when he mentions them playing they raise the roof (if it had one). At the end of his link the cheers even louder and when he is announced as being there... the cheers go into the stratosphere. Amazing stuff

[@jck1794]

The crowd's reaction gives me chills every time.

[@butgod2480]

OUTSTANDING!! This is my absolute favorite coming-home video. Gamecock fans came through big time. I've read comments below that this welcome home was louder than the game itself. Great fans. You all made this Kentucky fan proud to be a Southerner and an Army Veteran.

[@davidfence6939]

We get a number of these and this one of the biggest because it was a fully packed stadium for the top 10 game. Fort Jackson and McEntire Air Base are in/right by Columbia. It's always great when families to reunite after tours.

[@dexterkendall1951]

This is still the best military homecoming I’ve ever seen.

[@YoothHD]

I was there when they did this, trust me everyone in the stadium was tearing up!!!

[@meganshortsleeves]

The reaction from the crowd is priceless ❤️❤️❤️

[@lynncarmen3264]

Love the way they surprise you since you haven't seen them in so long! God Bless America !!

[@peterarnold6576]

das sind Emotionen die nicht gespielt sind, ich finde es super das sie so gezeigt werden

[@TacticalWoodshop]

All our Military men and women are heros. Thank you to all of you!

[@efishient]

I’m English. I’ve come back to this many times. It’s an incredible noise and moment. Thank you for your service, regardless of nation.

[@lionelkennedy1394]

Wow! The energy in the stadium was electric! What a great family ❤️

[@wandamagrowski2627]

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[@user-ij2dm7if2z]

Hello My Name is Sandra from Germany Nice

[@stevec.9713]

Greatest stadium greeting ever! Awesome moment.

[@stevenkinney5918]

That crowd got soooo loud, it gave me goosebumps. I can never watch this video enough. So happy for his family

[@Viking445]

Every damn time that crowd exploding puts an ear to ear grin on my face!

[@elloguvna6820]

THAT CROWD WAS AWESOME!

[@vicranger6876]

What a great moment. Thank you for bringing it to us. God bless America. 🇺🇸

[@meguell2]

Such a special heartwarming moment but what also got me was the roar of the crowd. Right at the moment the family started running to meet dad, the roar escalated even higher. That made it ever super special. That's what America is about. I'm very proud.

[@jakobmihelich8930]

The crowd went crazy for him coming home. This is how military homecomings should be. Glad to see how supportive the crowd was

[@terrylewis_]

The swell of the crowd gave me full body goosebumps. Wow! :)

[@PaulWheeler-dq3dq]

Every time I see this wonderful video, I tear up

[@kd78orangerangerpete89]

This never gets old! Thanks to all of you veterans for your service. We have freedom only because of you.

[@jck1794]

The crowd's reaction gave me so many chills.

[@laughtoohard9655]

Just listen to the crowd, and mom gave a great forearm shiver.

[@joshhorvath7151]

That's exactly what I did with my girlfriend Chelsea who served 12 years in the United States Air Force and now we're happily engaged and and to all the Vets from the Marines the sailors to everybody who served as great nation thank you to all the men and women who are fighting for our freedom thank you for your service and there's an old saying by Douglas MacArthur said during World War II from Island to Island and onward to Tokyo and onward of Victory may God bless America

[@ezmerelda221]

I can't stop crying, it's so great that he was able to come home and see his family

[@Blahbladestorms6192]

Tears every time bruh

[@gavincunningham1538]

Ikr

[@huskerjpg]

I have seen this video several times over the years and the repeats still get to me. When mom recognizes the dad and takes off running, that's awesome.

[@cpace4031]

This is awesome. I loved coming home from my deployments. Family is the best!

[@DanielGlenTimms]

I am a LSU Tigers fan, but I gotta give it to that South Carolina crowd. That was amazing!

[@OddballExtreme]

Crimson Tide fan here, but this video...just beautiful. This needs to happen A LOT MORE OFTEN. Soldiers coming home to their family in front of THOUSANDS of fans, no matter where the stadium is or what team we're rooting for!

[@tommywilliams8000]

Praying for peace all over the world, so no soldier will have to leave his family. The children suffer the most. What a beautiful reunion

[@McTaco]

Family, service and community. So much to be grateful for.

[@warrenprice425]

This homecoming is the VERY BEST of all the homecoming videos I have seen. Just watch the Crowd.

[@KraigKoelsch]

How someone can add a thumbs down to this is beyond me. What a great video!

[@quentellthomas4003]

Kraig Koelsch Clemson fans did it lol

[@ramjaanali4787]

Naci

[@GizmoRob176]

They weren't Republicans that's for sure.

[@johnkendall6558]

@@quentellthomas4003 wrong, every Clemson fan I know loves this

[@jasonscottarnold]

Awesome. The way his wife ran to him was what every man desires in a wife. What a beautiful sight. Well done soldier thank you for your service and your families

[@LapuLapu15]

The crowds reaction really moves me... Thank u for your service sir! Regards here from the Philippines

[@joshpierce7449]

This is America right here! Thank you for your service soldier!!!

[@Tigerkem]

I remember this very vividly considering I was on the band at the time. Some of my fellow band members were bawling throughout the pregame performance after just witnessing this.

[@purplegal597]

loved how the cheerleader on the right was comforting the mom!!!!! that was so sweet and the crowds reaction was just awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@stevekelley7738]

Nice gesture by the Gamecocks to welcome home and honor this soldier and his family !

[@darrenheadrick3669]

Every soldier, every airman, every seaman and every marine that has served and is serving should be welcomed home in no less fashion.

[@urkoolUncle]

Tears started rolling down my cheeks after 1 minute. Such a brave and blessed guy. Thanks for Serving. Welcome Home.

[@ACoKyo]

why do I keep watching this!

[@robertgilbert7400]

Thank you for your service.

[@kadinpearse5826]

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[@theshadowknows2]

That crowd was so amazing. I can’t help but respect this school.

[@theshoobe]

I was at this game. This still makes me tear up everytime. That's the loudest I've ever heard Williams Brice, and I was sitting in the east uppers.

[@canaldosanjos0794]

I am Brazilian and I live in Brazil, I watch these videos a lot of reunions of soldiers returning, in addition to these beautiful moments, there is another thing that also moves me and makes me sad is how many thousands of these will never happen because their loved ones fell in battles.

[@phillipcotchen3655]

That’s the mighty sound of the southeast right there. We may suck at times in football but we ALWAYS bring the crowd. Sold out even during our 0-11 season. Proud gamecock, forever to thee!

[@birdman1585]

I have watched this video many times and every time, I am fighting back tears like no other. So awesome.

[@Tim.1113]

didn't turn down my headphones. pretty sure I'm deaf now.

[@Chris-yy5pj]

same

[@kssuraisu9694]

tim vanderlinde fuck year that was fucking loud

[@roberthkarlsson4784]

Hello? Can you hear me?

[@robertpradella6550]

Lmao

[@bryfryable]

Lol

[@ryllagasaway8490]

Thank you for your service and keeping us safe. Thank your family for support you so you. can keep us safe and country too.

[@dlydick1]

Thank you for sharing this