The image depicted a fan with a little son. The man was dressed in filthy work clothes, and his hands and face were caked with coal dust.
Dad accompanied his kid to the game, despite not having had time to wash himself after his job at the mine. Then he became an Internet celebrity.
He certainly wanted to see the game with his son. However, the miner did not have time to shower or change. That’s why he got filthy. The coach was impressed with the fan’s performance and offered him and his family VIP seats to the following game.
The photo got so famous that it elicited a response from the fan’s wife. After losing access to her former Twitter account, she even started a new one.
« It was critical for him to be with Easton from the start of the game, » the woman explained.
Sue Kinnear, a keen supporter of the Kentucky Wildcats, noticed and photographed the man for his appearance.
« The man was filthy, with soot all over his face. He was exhausted, but he smiled at his son.
And the youngster hugged him and got onto his father’s lap. « They appeared to be really happy, » Sue told reporters.
Netizens adored this touching story about a guy who, despite being exhausted from hard work, found the time and stamina to attend a basketball game with his kid.
« He truly is the best father in the world, » Molly remarked.
