Parachutist Fall at Fort Worth Game | Video & Details

FORT WORTH, Texas – A paratrooper sustained an apparent fall after becoming entangled in the field goal netting during an Armed Forces Bowl game Friday afternoon, but was reportedly uninjured.

A paratrooper attempting a landing at the Armed forces Bowl in Fort Worth became caught in the field goal net and fell to the turf,though initial reports indicate he was not seriously hurt.

• A paratrooper fell from an estimated 20-30 feet after getting caught in the field goal net.
• Sources confirmed the paratrooper walked away from the incident without apparent injury.
• A rice University player was also injured during the game and transported to a local hospital.

Video of the incident, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by @starscountdown, shows the paratrooper descending and becoming snagged on the net before falling to the field. Frist Pitch confirmed that the paratrooper was unharmed in the fall and able to walk off the field on his own.

Did you know?– The Armed Forces Bowl features teams from the American Athletic Conference and the Mid-American Conference, showcasing collegiate football talent and honoring the U.S.military.

The incident occurred during the game between the Rice University Owls and the Texas state Bobcats. Later in the game, a player for Rice, defensive back daveon Hook of Cibolo, was injured and taken from the field, according to the Fort Worth Fire Department.

Rice Player Injury

the Fort Worth Fire Department transported Hook to a nearby hospital, but the extent of his injuries remains unknown at this time.

Pro tip– Athletic trainers and medical personnel are crucial at sporting events, providing immediate care for injuries and ensuring player safety.

Why It Matters

The Armed Forces Bowl experienced two seperate incidents friday: a paratrooperS fall during pre-game festivities and an injury to a Rice University football player during the game. The paratrooper was attempting a ceremonial jump to honour the military when he became entangled in the field goal netting, resulting in a fall from an estimated 20-30 feet. Fortunately, he was able to walk away without apparent injury, confirmed by First Pitch. Meanwhile, Rice defensive back Daveon Hook sustained an injury during the game and was transported to a local hospital by the Fort Worth fire Department; the severity of his injuries is currently unknown. Both incidents highlight the inherent risks associated with live sporting events and pre-game ceremonies. Event organizers will likely review safety protocols for both pre-game performances and player safety.

time.news based this report in part on reporting by FOX 4 and added independent analysis and context.