I don't even care about the hobby, especially in like batting practice or something. If that appeals to you fine but if you like go out of your way to steal a ball from a kid or knock a kid over or something, that crosses a line (I have no idea if he does this) but seriously, this game is for military personnel. You really can't let one game go? If you're that desperate for a ball, wait until after the game and check Ebay or post a message or something asking for a ball from someone who was at the game and got one. I'm sure they'd be more than willing to sell or maybe even just give the ball to you.