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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Stare Kid” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21863 of the collection, and the 239th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Stare Kid” meme mean?
This meme captures the essence of a silent confrontation or palpable awkwardness. It often illustrates judgment without words, intrusive observation, or a stunned reaction to an absurd situation. Users employ it to convey feelings of intimidation or obsessive fixation, transforming this moment of pure childish concentration into a universal symbol of non-verbal tension.
Where does the “Stare Kid” meme come from?
The original footage was captured on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha. It shows Sammy DiDonato, then ten years old, during the College World Series game between Coastal Carolina and Texas Christian University (TCU). An ESPN camera swept the stands and landed on him. Unlike other spectators, he locked eyes with the lens without blinking for approximately ninety seconds. After this televised sequence, he performed several facial expressions and shoulder movements. The clip's spread on social media, particularly Facebook, propelled the video to over thirty-four million views according to the NCAA. Sammy was subsequently interviewed by reporter Kaylee Hartung during the broadcast. He explained that his brothers frequently organized staring contests with him, revealing the playful origin of his intense focus.
- June 25, 2016Televised broadcast of the College World Series match where the camera captures Sammy DiDonato's fixed gaze.
- June 2016Massive sharing of the sequence on Facebook, reaching tens of millions of views rapidly.
How to use the “Stare Kid” meme
- Use the image as an ironic response to an inappropriate comment on a forum.
- Post the video as background sound on TikTok to illustrate extreme social awkwardness.
- Add the caption 'POV' on Twitter to show critical and mute observation.
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The “Stare Kid” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 62/100 · #239 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Stare Kid” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Stare Kid comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Stare Kid?
It is Sammy DiDonato, a young boy from Omaha who stared down the ESPN camera during a baseball game in 2016.
Stare Kid meaning?
The term now denotes an intense, intimidating, or judging look, used to represent awkwardness or silent confrontation.
Where to see Stare Kid video?
The original sequence circulates widely on YouTube and NCAA archives, having been initially broadcast by ESPN.
How do I get the Stare Kid meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Stare Kid” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Stare Kid card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The internet falls in love with ‘Stare Down Sammy’ · Young Baseball Fan Wins Epic Stare-Down with TV Camera · Kid stares directly at TV camera during baseball game & WINS the ... · checked on October 15, 2026.
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