The "Legends of League" game was played in Australia where some of the most famous ex-players put on a game for fans in Queensland, and one little boy wanted to be a part of the action. The 4-year-old walked onto the field mid-game, but instead of ushering him off, the players gave him an amazing moment.
They gave him the ball.
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Players "missed" tackles trying to catch the kid.
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When he got tired after running the full field, they helped him.
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★★★
SB Nation presents: A look at the most charming sports kids