Wisconsin dad cited after tripping 9
NBC News • • sports
Key Points:
- A Milwaukee father ran onto the field during a youth football game near Milwaukee and tripped a 9-year-old player who was close to scoring a touchdown, an incident caught on video and widely shared online.
- The game, held at Case High School in Racine between the Racine Youth Eagles and Milwaukee Colts, was called early by referees to ease tensions after the Colts were awarded a touchdown on the play.
- The father, identified as 41-year-old Terrence Ryan Bradshaw, admitted to the act and was cited for disorderly conduct; he explained he acted out of fear for his son's safety, who had previously broken his arm twice.
- Police stopped Bradshaw shortly after the incident and noted he apologized for losing his temper, with officers agreeing a citation was appropriate; he can avoid court by paying a $313 fine.
- The 9-year-old player was not injured in the incident, according to police reports.
