It seems that when a video goes viral it’s usually something bad, or embarrassing for the people involved. You know, like when you’re at Wrigley Field and flash everyone around you. However, this is one those viral videos that will bring a smile to your face and actually have hope for humanity.
A young Cubs fan from Indiana was surprised with tickets from his dad, who rewarded his son for working hard on the farm and in school. The reaction is amazing. Pure joy.
Kolt has never been to Wrigley Field, now he’s going to a Cubs-Cardinals game with his dad.
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This got even better. Instantly viral. The video popped up everywhere from CNN, CBS, SI, to local TV stations and even ESPN.
Kolt made it on @espn ! Such a proud big sister ❤️🐻💙 pic.twitter.com/o6QP6PInTN
— Hannah Himes (@HannahHimes) April 18, 2017
Hannah, Kolt’s sister, posted the video on Twitter, which led to some interaction with the Cubs Twitter account.
@HannahHimes How are you enjoying your new career as your brother's PR Agent? pic.twitter.com/h5gfkMO2RX
— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) April 19, 2017
Trying my best. Working with the next #bryzzo 😆 pic.twitter.com/vqr9mLUsMc
— Hannah Himes (@HannahHimes) April 19, 2017
Do this one next! pic.twitter.com/dl8zo91UKZ
— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) April 19, 2017
— Hannah Himes (@HannahHimes) April 19, 2017
All right, so that’s cool. Everyone in the family is getting some shine. Yet, it got even better. A few Cubs players watched the video and now Kolt is not only going to his first game at Wrigley Field, he’s going to meet some World Series champions and be on the field too.
This is awesome. When u come for the game Kolt I'll have BP passes waiting for you. No better place to see the @Cubs then right on the field https://t.co/P7Ma2p4MUh
— Anthony Rizzo (@ARizzo44) April 20, 2017
Can't wait to see you Kolt! https://t.co/86rcxatYub
— Kris Bryant (@KrisBryant_23) April 19, 2017
Even David Ross wants to meet Kolt.
I need to meet this guy!!!! https://t.co/L0wpbLYrTE
— David Ross (@D_Ross3) April 20, 2017
What a week for Kolt. Shoutout to his dad. Awesome story. Easy lesson here, hard work does pay off.
But wait, there’s more!
Hey Kolt, I know you guys have tickets but how about you and your dad sit in my personal seats when ya'll come to Wrigley?
— Jon Lester (@JLester34) April 20, 2017