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A Little League baseball player is receiving support from major league players.
Marco Rocco, a 12-year-old member of Haddonfield Little League in New Jersey, faced suspension from a state tournament after flipping his bat in celebration following a home run on July 16.
In this undated photo provided by his father Joseph Rocco, Marco Rocco prepares to deliver a pitch in a baseball game in Haddonfield, N.J. (Family courtesy photo via AP)
His family pursued legal action, resulting in the suspension being overturned just in time for the state tournament.
A judge’s ruling allowed Marco to play, and news of the incident drew attention from Major League Baseball players like New York Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr., who expressed shock at the disciplinary action taken.
New York Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning of a baseball game in Toronto on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. (Jon Blacker/The Canadian Press via AP)
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer also criticized the suspension, emphasizing the importance of celebrating in the game.
Little League defended its decision and emphasized the importance of upholding values of integrity and sportsmanship.
In this undated photo provided by Joseph “Joe” Rocco, Joe Rocco and his son Marco Rocco pose for a photo in Haddonfield, N.J. (Family courtesy photo via AP)
Despite the controversy, Marco played in the tournament, with his team facing a tough loss in the first game. He will have another chance to compete on Saturday.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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