Utah Jazz player Walker Kessler had a moment of pure surprise on Sunday night when he watched his girlfriend, Abbie Stockard, take home the Miss America crown.
The Big Moment for Abbie Stockard
Abbie, who had already won Miss Alabama, was one of 52 contestants competing in the Miss America pageant over the weekend.
Kessler, who was with Jazz coach Will Hardy at the time, was watching the event on his phone.
When Stockard was announced as the winner, Kessler couldn’t hide his shock.
He dropped his phone on the table and placed his hand on his head in disbelief.
A Supportive Coach and A Proud Boyfriend
In the video, Coach Hardy enthusiastically congratulates Kessler with a smile, saying, “She won! Let’s go!” Kessler’s celebration didn’t stop there.
Since the pageant took place in Orlando, the same city where the Utah Jazz had just defeated the Orlando Magic, Kessler was able to meet Stockard afterward and celebrate together.
A Heartfelt Instagram Message
Later, Kessler took to Instagram to express his pride.
“Congratulations Abbie! I am so proud of you and everything you stand for,” he wrote.
“Your hard work and trust in the Lord has awarded you with this incredible opportunity! Use your light to shine on others around you! Love you.”
Stockard replied with gratitude, saying, “Walker! I love you.
You showing up last night meant the world to me. I’m so thankful for this life journey we get to go on together.”
A Victory on and Off the Court
It was a night of double victories for the couple.
While Stockard was making history with her win, Kessler’s team, the Utah Jazz, also celebrated a big win over the Orlando Magic with a 105-92 victory.
Kessler contributed with 10 points and a team-high 17 rebounds.
Despite the win, the Jazz are struggling with a 9-25 record, sitting second to last in the Western Conference.
They are set to face the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.
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