Dad’s on-field carry after daughter’s injury goes viral at softball world series

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A heartwarming moment from the Johnston County Little League Softball World Series: dad Ben Catarozzoli carried his injured daughter Sophie onto the field to celebrate after their team won, describing it as “dad instincts.” Sophie had sprained her ankle in the first inning and used crutches, but still joined the team in celebration; the moment was captured in a viral SportsCenter NEXT video. Sophie will wear a boot for 4–6 weeks, but she and her teammates are basking in the victory. Former Oklahoma star Jayda Coleman even sent Sophie a congratulatory video message.
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