Arizona Teen Charged After Dodgeball Incident in PE Class
A 13-year-old boy in Mayer, Arizona, is facing a misdemeanor assault charge following an incident during a physical education class. The charge stems from a dodgeball game where his ex-girlfriend sustained bruises. The boy maintains he did not intend to…
Charlotte, NC, August 13, 2026 —
A 13-year-old boy in Mayer, Arizona, has been charged with misdemeanor assault after a dodgeball game during a physical education class resulted in his ex-girlfriend receiving bruises. The incident has sparked a debate about the appropriateness of the charge in relation to a common schoolyard activity.
The boy, whose name has not been released due to his age, reportedly struck the other student with a dodgeball. Following the incident, the ex-girlfriend sustained bruises. The accused student has stated that his intention was not to cause harm, asserting that aiming for other players is a fundamental aspect of the game of dodgeball.
The mother of the boy has publicly contested the misdemeanor assault charge. She views the legal action as an overreaction to a typical childhood game, suggesting that the disciplinary response is disproportionate to the nature of the activity and the alleged intent.
Details regarding the specific school, the exact date of the incident, and the full circumstances leading to the charge were not immediately available. The legal proceedings are ongoing, and further information is expected as the case progresses.
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