A six-year-old Raiders fan received the ultimate birthday surprise: a signed jersey from Tom Starling, an invitation to the team’s captain’s run and a birthday serenade from the players at GIO Stadium.

He also met Ricky Stuart, which may have made the experience a little too convincing. After another family celebration, the young fan said it would have been better if Ricky had come around, because one meeting was apparently enough to make them close personal friends.

Hear the adorable story below.