Okay, let’s talk about that time Rita Ora showed up at a Pittsburgh Pirates game. It wasn’t something I specifically planned for, but it turned into a pretty memorable day at the ballpark.
Heading to the Game
So, I decided to catch a Pirates game. Just a regular day, you know, hoping to see some good baseball down at PNC Park. Got my ticket, headed downtown. The usual stuff – grabbing a bite to eat beforehand, soaking in that pre-game atmosphere around the stadium. Fans were milling about, typical game day buzz.
I didn’t actually know Rita Ora was going to be there beforehand. It wasn’t advertised heavily where I saw it, anyway. Maybe I missed the memo. I just settled into my seat, ready for the game to start.
The First Pitch Surprise
Then came time for the ceremonial first pitch. They announced her name – Rita Ora. I was like, “Wait, the Rita Ora?” Yeah, it was her. Definitely a surprise. You don’t usually expect an international pop star to be throwing out the first pitch at a Pirates game, right?
She walked out onto the field. Looked like she was having a good time. Of course, she was decked out in some Pirates gear. I remember thinking she actually pulled off the jersey pretty well. It’s always cool seeing celebrities repping the local team when they visit.
- She seemed genuinely excited to be there.
- Had a big smile on her face.
- Waved to the crowd a bit.
Then she threw the pitch. Honestly, I don’t remember if it was a perfect strike or bounced halfway there. That wasn’t really the point. It’s more about the gesture, the fun of it. The crowd gave her a nice cheer. Lots of phones were out, people snapping pictures. It definitely added a little extra something to the start of the game.
Just a Cool Little Moment
After the pitch, she waved again and headed off. The game started like normal after that. But it was just one of those slightly random, cool things you sometimes see happen. You go for the baseball, but you end up seeing Rita Ora toss a ball across home plate.
It didn’t change the outcome of the game, obviously, but it was a neat little memory from that day at PNC Park. Just a fun intersection of sports and pop culture right there in Pittsburgh. Made for a good story to tell later, you know?
