@Trust In Him posted:I recently attended a HA D1 softball game, which was a treat. Both sides have predominately well gifted athletes who impressed me tremendously. One thing that I noticed was the cheering, celebration, dugout banter, chants, songs, etc from both players and fans. I'm not saying it was a bad thing since I enjoyed it and added to the excitement. However, I can imagine that if the same things were done at a baseball game (hs/college) I can see it creating a problems for everyone. I recall seeing a D1 game which my son was playing. A college age fan (probably a little too much tailgating) was riding the players from the stand, dressed in costume, firing up the crowd, etc. I did not hear any cuss words but did hear some mamma references. He was escorted out and my understanding was barred for attending anymore home games for the remainder of the season. I agree, more aggressive than the softball scene, but the softball celebrations after a HR at home plate would think it was a walk off ! I think it would add to the entertainment of baseball games much like the Savannah Bananas, but can't see the guys doing it when their possible careers are in the future.
Oh it happens. There were at least 5 or 6 times while my son played (mid-major) that the opposing team was doing chants from the dugout. That was just the games I saw...I'm guessing there were more. I hadn't seen anything like that since my daughter played Junior HIgh softball. I commented to my son that if he ever participated in anything like that I would be so embarassed that I'd probably have to quit coming to games lol