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Parachutist Tangled in Goal Netting Falls Before Armed Forces Bowl Kickoff

Officials say he walked away uninjured, with tricky winds cited for the off-target landing.

Overview

  • The pregame jump was performed by the All Veteran Group, with five parachutists slated to land on the field at Amon G. Carter Stadium.
  • Three landed on the turf, one diverted outside the stadium, and one snagged a cable near the south end zone and fell after briefly hanging near the top of the uprights.
  • Armed Forces Bowl media director Drew Harris said the parachutist stood up and left under his own power and no spectators were injured.
  • Jump team president Mike Elliott attributed the mishap to challenging winds and said none of the jumpers were injured.
  • Ceremonies and kickoff proceeded on time, and officials did not immediately release the parachutist’s identity.