NFL star Travis Kelce showcased his softball prowess for a charitable cause at the Celebrity Softball game hosted by Cleveland Browns player David Njoku in Eastlake, Ohio, on Saturday, June 8.
Captured in a video by The Cut CEO Brad Cutler on Instagram, Kelce made a grand entrance onto the field, donning a softball jersey bearing his name. He was seen exchanging greetings with fans and sharing a warm embrace with Browns tight end Myles Garrett amid cheers from the crowd.
Kelce’s athletic skills were on full display as he hit a home run, with the Lake County Captains’ Instagram account capturing and celebrating the moment. The post hailed him as the “Celebrity Softball Home Run Derby Champ,” complete with an enthusiastic caption.
The excitement continued as Kelce celebrated his hit by tossing his bat aside, energetically waving to the crowd and shouting, “Let’s go!” He later appeared delighted, holding the golden Derby champion trophy alongside Njoku and other participants.
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Additional images from the event showed Kelce engaging warmly with Njoku and interacting with thrilled fans, even running across the field with a trident in hand.
Meanwhile, Kelce’s appearance at the charity event coincided with his girlfriend Taylor Swift performing the U.K. leg of her Era’s tour in Edinburgh, Scotland, which began on June 7.
During an interview with ABC’s Good Morning America on June 6, Kelce discussed staying grounded despite the global spotlight on his relationship with Swift.
Kelce expressed gratitude for his life’s trajectory, describing himself as “living the dream” and emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself, supported by family and friends.
