ELLENSBURG, Wash. - When Western Oregon's Sara Tucholsky belted her first home run in a four-year career, it was already a big moment. But when she collapsed at first base with a torn ACL, it looked like she would not get credit for the 3-run shot over the fence.
After coaches and officials checked the rule book, Mallory Holtman, opponent Central Washington's star player, made a decision that stunned both teams and the crowd.
Holtman and another player lifted opponent Tucholsky from the dirt and gingerly carried her around the bases to home plate, letting her lightly touch each base along the way.
The deed ultimately gave the win to Western Oregon, ending Holtman's and Central Washington's playoff hopes.
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2 things to add:
Wow. I need to send this out to the WOG Squad.
It really is a great story - in another paper, they have additional details - you see, the rules say that if the members of her own team helped her over the bases, she was considered out.
So, the OPPOSING team taking action like this is - an incredible act of selflessness.
It restores your faith in humanity
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