Multiple Appalachian State fans suffer injuries rushing field after Hail Mary win: Report

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What was an amazing moment in Boone, N.C., became scary very quickly.

Fans stormed the field after Chase Brice threw a Hail Mary touchdown to Christian Horn for a 53-yard, walk-off touchdown to beat Troy, 32-28, on Saturday.

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 Appalachian State Mountaineers fans in the stadium before the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Kidd Brewer Stadium.

 Appalachian State Mountaineers fans in the stadium before the game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Kidd Brewer Stadium.
(Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports)

But the situation turned serious, as multiple injuries were reported by the Carolinas Emergency Incident Notification Network.

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According to the network, six additional EMS units were requested to treat the injuries.

It’s unclear how many injuries were apparently suffered, but some were said to be “traumatic.”

However, the network gave an update soon after, saying that none of the injuries were considered life-threatening.

Appalachian State Mountaineers quarterback Chase Brice (7) drops back to pass during the second half at Kidd Brewer Stadium.

Appalachian State Mountaineers quarterback Chase Brice (7) drops back to pass during the second half at Kidd Brewer Stadium.
(Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports)

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Appalachian State moved to 2-1 on the season – they defeated Texas A&M, who was ranked No. 6 in the country, on the road last week.

The week prior, they scored 40 points in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough in the 63-61 loss to the University of North Carolina.

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