Outfielder goes through fence on game winning home run, a breakdown

May 26, 2021 487.8K views 3:42
MLB 2021

What Happened

In a thrilling conclusion to the Southwestern Athletic Conference baseball matchup between Jackson State and Southern, outfielder O'Neill Burgos steps up to the plate in the bottom of the ninth inning with his team trailing 6-4. Facing a full count, Burgos works a walk to keep the rally alive for Southern. The home team's dugout erupts in excitement, with the relievers in the bullpen cheering on their teammate. As Burgos takes his lead off first base, the next batter steps in, determined to drive him in and tie the game. The tension builds with each pitch, the crowd growing increasingly restless. On the next offering, the batter sends a deep fly ball to left field. The Jackson State outfielder gives chase, tracking the ball all the way to the fence. Just as he reaches up to make the catch, the door to the bullpen suddenly gives way, and the defender tumbles through, disappearing from view. The runners on base take off, unsure of what has just transpired. The umpires confer, trying to determine the outcome of the play. The Southern dugout erupts in celebration, as the bullpen crew excitedly informs them that they witnessed the ball clearing the fence for a game-tying home run. After reviewing the play, the umpires rule it a home run, much to the delight of the Southern players and fans. "No way, that's a home run!" exclaims one of the Southern relievers, recounting the sequence of events. "The ball went over the fence before he fell through the door." With the game now tied, Southern goes on to record the final out, setting the stage for a dramatic walk-off celebration. The players pour out of the dugout, mobbing Burgos and his heroic blast. Number 30 drops to one knee, taking a moment to soak in the accomplishment before joining in the raucous dog pile. "This is a moment we'll never forget," says Burgos, beaming with pride. "We fought hard all game, and to come through with a win like this, it's just an unbelievable feeling." As the Southwestern Athletic Conference tournament beckons, Southern's remarkable comeback victory has the team brimming with confidence, eager to continue their Cinderella run and represent their conference on the national stage.

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fantastic finish to the southwestern

athletic conference

jackson state versus southern jackson

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is up six to four in the nine three outs