Andrew Bogert’s Face Severely Injured and His Right Eye Swollen Shut After Being Kneed in the Face Sliding Into Home Plate During a Softball Game in Colebrookdale, PA

We wish him speed recovery!

October 15, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on October 15, 2026

A local softball game at Colebrookdale, PA, turned into a horrible scene on Sunday, October 12, when Andrew Bogert, a player for the Boyertown Bobblebee Tuna’s, suffered severe facial injuries.

He was accidentally kneed in the face while sliding feet first into home plate. The injury was, unfortunately, devastating for Andrew and all of his loved ones, as the impact shattered the right side of Andrew’s face and nose.

Andrew was passionate about playing softball and baseball. (Source: GoFundMe)

Andrew’s right eye is swollen completely and shut, leaving him temporarily without vision in the affected eye.

According to family and friends, the bones in his face were “essentially floating,” suggesting how severe the damage is.

Andrew’s Wife Has Started a GoFundMe Campaign

Andrew was admitted to the hospital immediately following the accident, but has returned home to begin his recovery.

He is expected to be out of work for a couple of weeks, given the severity of the impact, and will not receive pay during this time. Additionally, his insurance will only cover a portion of the fees.

To help Andrew and his family cover the medical expenses and support him during this difficult time, a has been organized.

“Any contribution — whether a donation, a prayer, or simply sharing his story — means so much to us,” states the fundraiser and his wife, Jessica Bogert.

Andrew’s wife, Jessica, has been the main support behind his recovery. (Source: Facebook)

Jessica, who has been by Andrew’s side for more than two decades, has also thanked everyone for their support as Andrew recovers from the unfortunate incident.

The fundraising campaign, with a goal of $5,000, started just a couple of hours ago and has already received numerous donations.

Friends, teammates, and community members have expressed their support and relief that Andrew is home.

Despite the severity of the injury, Andrew remains in good spirits and is focused on his recovery.

However, after his swelling subsides, Andrew will also need to consult a plastic surgeon to determine the complexity of the surgery will be.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• Andrew Bogert also served in the U.S. Army.
• He, along with Jessica, has raised three children together.

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Anish Koirala has loved sports since he was a kid. He grew up playing basketball and soccer, and that passion stayed with him over the years. Today, Anish works as a writer and editor, sharing his knowledge and love for the game through articles and stories. He uses his playing experience to make his writing clear, thoughtful, and fun to read.

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