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USSSA Bans Oklahoma Coach for Life After Son’s Dugout Throw

5/31/2026

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USSSA gave Oklahoma coach Michael Ryals a lifetime suspension after a Kansas City tournament game for allegedly ordering his 12-year-old son to throw a fastball into Nebraska’s dugout.
The son received a five-year suspension for dangerous misconduct.
Nebraska Prime Nationals defeated Oklahoma Eleven 8-6.
USSSA CEO John J. Latella said the investigation was complete and declined further comment because minors were involved.

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USSSA gave Oklahoma coach Michael Ryals a lifetime suspension after a Kansas City tournament game for allegedly ordering his 12-year-old son to throw a fastball into Nebraska’s dugout.
The son received a five-year suspension for dangerous misconduct.
Nebraska Prime Nationals defeated Oklahoma Eleven 8-6.
USSSA CEO John J. Latella said the investigation was complete and declined further comment because minors were involved.