A New Jersey judge was asked to overturn an umpire’s interpretation of the “horseplay” rule. A chance to play in the state championship hung in the balance.

A 12-year-old Little Leaguer who faced suspension from his team’s first state tournament game for flipping his bat after hitting a home run was allowed to play Thursday night.

A New Jersey Little Leaguer's suspension for a bat flip was overturned, allowing the 12-year-old to play in the state tournament game Thursday.