This year has really been a revelation for me. I’ve always said being a ball boy is one of those lose-lose situations. Sure you get front row seats to your favorite sporting event, but at what cost….

I’ve always thought baseball ball boys (or girls) were pretty much the kings (or queens) of being ball people. However, this year has really shown me that the baseball people may have it easy. This year has taught us all that being a ball person in other sports can be absolutely horrific.

Don’t believe me.. Hit the jump to see some rough ball people moments…

5.) Soccer (or futbol)

Could quite possibly be my favorite ball boy fail of all-time. I can’t fault the kid – tough play off the wall, but damn does that suck. Like I say – high risk, no reward – now a legend for all the wrong reasons.

4.) Even Ball Boys Dive in Soccer (or futbol)

One more soccer ball boy fail to show that being a soccer ball boy is the worst gig in the ball boy industry.. oh wait.. there’s…

3.) Tennis Ball Boy Disaster

To reinforce my point – kid is just hustling here doing his job. Say he does it successfully – He probably won’t even get a pat on the back. Now look what happens…

2.) Older Ball Dudes Haven’t Learned the Lesson

The San Francisco Giants love their elderly ball dudes. I can’t really say anything bad, they give it their all!

1.) Even When You’re Not Ball Boy’ing…

Just laying low, not ballboy duties and you’re still getting served.. No win, bro, no win.