A Little League game in Wilson, North Carolina, descended into chaos this week when an umpire and a coach engaged in a physical altercation.
The incident occurred during the fifth inning of a game between Cherryville and Durham’s Bull City Little League teams.
The trouble began when a Cherryville coach was ejected for using profanity during the 12-and-under tournament matchup.
According to WRAL, the umpire involved, Robby Beamon, was approached by the disgruntled coach. The exchange quickly turned physical when the coach shoved Beamon, leading to a full-blown brawl.
Another umpire attempted to intervene as Beamon began swinging his mask at the coach.
The scene grew more chaotic as several Cherryville coaches rushed to separate the pair, while another umpire stood by home plate, seemingly unsure how to react.
Players and parents watched in shock as the fight unfolded.
The altercation was eventually brought under control, with the umpire being restrained on the ground by coaches.
Wilson Parks and Recreation Director David Lee expressed his disappointment in a statement, saying, “We have no tolerance for this type of behavior. There are a lot of people working hard to ensure our youth have a positive experience, and it’s just unfortunate and honestly embarrassing that two adults ruined that last night.”
The brawl, which lasted just over a minute, ended before Wilson police arrived on the scene.
Although city officials have suspended both men, no charges have been filed.
Despite the disruption, the North Carolina State Tournament games continued as planned.
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