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Fan tries to catch ball, takes it off face instead at LSU-Auburn game

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Many of us have tried to catch something and thought, "I got it ... I got it ..." only to realize we never had a chance.

A woman positioned behind the end zone at the game between LSU and Auburn on Saturday night experienced one of those moments in front of thousands of people.

After Auburn kicker Daniel Carlson booted a kickoff that carried through the end zone, a woman - seemingly with press credentials - attempted to crawl forward and catch the ball on the fly, but ultimately paid the price after not getting her hands up in time.

The young woman, Ashley Ward, is just fine after the incident, and spoke with Christina Chambers of WBRC News afterward regarding her status and her efforts.

In case you missed it the first time, here is a zoomed-in version of the incident.

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