Shocking! Dad Attacks Referee At Wrestling Match - See What Happened
Is the pressure to win at all costs corrupting youth sports? A disturbing incident at a recent youth wrestling tournament has ignited a fierce debate about parental behavior and the escalating intensity of amateur athletics.
A Virginia man, identified as Joshua Hammond, is now facing charges after allegedly pushing a referee during what witnesses described as an intense match. The incident, which took place on June 22nd at the Great Wolf Lodge in Concord, North Carolina, has quickly spread across social media, sparking widespread condemnation and raising serious questions about the boundaries of acceptable conduct in youth sports. Queen City News reports that Hammond is expected to turn himself in to Cabarrus County authorities. The referee, who has only been identified as Sean, stated in a video he posted online that he was assaulted by the parent. The video quickly went viral, garnering millions of views on TikTok and other platforms.
| Full Name | Joshua Hammond |
|---|---|
| Residence | Virginia |
| Incident Location | Great Wolf Lodge, Concord, North Carolina |
| Date of Incident | June 22nd |
| Allegation | Assaulting a referee during a youth wrestling match |
| Referee's Name | Sean (identified only by first name) |
| Legal Action | Facing charges; expected to turn himself into Cabarrus County authorities |
| Social Media Impact | Video of incident went viral, garnering millions of views |
| Reference | WBTV Local News |
Photos W.Va. Youth Wrestling Association Championship Photo
Photos W.Va. Youth Wrestling Association Championship Photo
Photos W.Va. Youth Wrestling Association Championship Photo
