Overview
- Sean Ryan, 21, admitted common assault for hitting a 13-year-old at Southport FC versus Radcliffe on September 16.
- Sefton Magistrates' Court on January 15 imposed a three-year football banning order covering matches nationwide.
- The court also ordered 120 hours of unpaid work and £250 compensation, plus court costs.
- Stadium staff detained Ryan near the Jack Carr Stand immediately after the incident.
- The Radcliffe-supporting boy suffered soreness and was left very distressed, according to Merseyside Police.