‘Phillies Karen’ dad gives update on identity of woman who snatched home run ball from son and issues rematch challenge

THE dad forced to give his son’s home run baseball to an angry woman the internet branded “Phillies Karen” is prepared for a rematch as he gives an update on the viral moment.

The nasty stadium-crowd run-in was caught on camera last year during a game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Miami Marlins.

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‘Phillies Karen’ launched herself across the seats and demanded the home run ball back from his young sonCredit: NBC Sports Philadelphia

Drew Feltwell was celebrating his son Lincoln’s 10th birthday at a Phillies game when the drama unfoldedCredit: Facebook/Drew Feltwell

The situation was caught on camera at loanDepot park during a game in September 2025Credit: Getty

Phillies star Harrison Bader hit a home run into the stands at Miami Marlins’ LoanDepot Park on September 5.

A white-haired female fan scrambled for the ball as it rolled towards her before it was eventually picked up by a jubilant father – who ran over and handed it to his young son, Lincoln.

But in a stunning display later seen around the world, the woman stormed over and demanded the ball back.

The father, later identified as Drew Feltwell, ended up handing it over to avoid confrontation, as she was seen snatching it away.

Instead of being ashamed of taking it from a child, she was seen giving a middle finger gesture to fans who witnessed the exchange.

“That was mine,” she bellowed in one clip. “You took it from me.

“It was in my hands.”

A Miami Marlins staffer who saw the drama unfold later presented the young fan with a swag bag in the stands.

The U.S. Sun tracked down Drew and his family this week for an update on Phillies Karen, who they said is still yet to be identified five months on.

The internet definitely took care of her.”

Dad and Phillies fan, Drew Feltwell

Drew said the mystery woman has still failed to come forward despite pleas to return the ball, but he is prepared for a rematch.

The Philadelphia Phillies are scheduled to play the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park (Marlins stadium) in July 2026 for a three-game series, from Monday, July 27, 2026, to Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Drew said, “We are trying to go to the same game and get the same seats in July.

“It would be funny if she sat out there in the same seats this coming year.

“She is a Phillies fan and that’s one of the two times they are playing at the Marlins stadium,” he explained, the other set of games being in May.

“Haven’t heard anything from her. Really didn’t think I would. I hope that ball means a lot to her.

“People in our country so quick to turn to violence for every little thing.

“It was a chance to show people and my son that it’s not necessary.

“The internet definitely took care of her,” Drew added.

“I wouldn’t want to wish anything worse on her. Our day ended well.”

Asked what he would say to her if they came face-to-face for a rematch, he said, “Look how people treated us and look how people treated you.

“Do you think it was a good decision? I hope it was worth it.”

Ever since Phillies Karen was caught on the broadcast, fans have been searching to find out who she is.

A woman named Cheryl Richardson-Wagner was misidentified as people swarmed her Facebook page.

She shut down the rumors, writing, “OK everyone… I’m NOT the crazy Philly Mom (but I sure would love to be as thin as she is and move as fast)… and I’m a Red Sox fan.”

“Apparently, I am trending on Twitter. I wonder if I will get apologies from all of these people when the real culprit is discovered.”

Leslie-Ann Kravitz has been another target, who allegedly worked at the Hammonton School District in New Jersey.

But the school district poured cold water on the rumor, saying, “The woman identified on social media as ‘Phillies Karen’ is not, and has never been an employee of the Hammonton Public Schools located in Hammonton, New Jersey.

“Social media and news reports indicating that she is, are incorrect.”

Blowout Cards, a trading card retailer, previously offered the mystery Karen $5,000 for the ball.

But they said she would have to sign it and write, “I’m sorry,” so they could give it back to young Lincoln.

It is believed the woman still owns the ball and has not been in touch with the company.

Drew Feltwell looked stunned as ‘Phillies Karen’ yelled in his face and his son looked less than impressed by her angerCredit: NBC Sports Philadelphia

Rumors quickly spread regarding the woman’s identity as fans scrambled to find her on Facebook, and mistakenly claimed she was a teacher who had since been firedCredit: ABC 10