Byrns v. Riddell, Incorporated

HAYS, Justice.

On October 2, 1970, the appellant, Kevin Byrns, received an “on-side” kick while playing football as a member of the Alhambra High School varsity football team. He fell to the ground and was thereafter struck by at least one member of the opposing team. As a result of the injuries received during that play, appellants commenced this action.

The appellants initially named the Phoenix Union High School District and other unspecified parties as defendants. The complaint was later amended, upon stipulation, adding appellee as a party defendant. Appellants’ claim against Phoenix Union…