Autumn Finney showed just how far a competitor is willing to go to chase down a “lost cause” ball when the Decatur, Texas, senior and volleyball team captain went airborne in the wrong direction to take a swipe at a ball quickly heading off the court.
Decatur was leading Krum 22-17 in the third set when, after two errant plays on the ball sent it aloft out the back of the court, Autumn sprinted after it, hurdling a downed player to get high enough to make contact and, somehow, keep the ball in play by sending it over the net to the other side.
The visual of Autumn’s approach on the ball speaks to the insanity of her feat far more than words could so take in the exhilarating footage from several different angles below. The crowd lost their collective mind both after the play itself and the end of the point, which can be seen in the third video.
This clip offers a better look at just how hard Autumn worked to both get the ball and winding up to return it.
However, the most dramatic clip comes from beyond the baseline, in which Autumn jumps toward the camera only to swing in the reverse direction and change the ball’s course.
As you can see, not just the save but the effort made by the entire team was not in vain as Decatur eventually won the point.
The praise came in quickly, with assessments ranging from “play of the year” to “best play I’ve ever seen in any sport.”
One Twitter user pointed how the ridiculousness of the dive in a way that perfectly encapsulates the player’s fearlessness and tenacity.
In fact, beach volleyball legend Kerri Walsh Jennings sent out not one but four tweets expressing her amazement at the play.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.