It got worse, and you can bet this is going in the complaint too.
In paragraph 2.1.211a of the BBPF Rules and Regulations, it clearly states that berries are to be thrown, not slapped.

Thank god that the photog screwed up and caught this willful violation on celluloid.

Oh sure, I fought back my brethren, as best as I was able in my weakened and frail condition, and surrounded by treachery and malice.

Did I also violate 2.1.211a? Maybe. The photos do seem to give that impression. Let the record show though, that I did so in self-defense at this point. You will notice the abnormal cleanliness of the a-shirt - Balrog's been practicing more than guerrilla tactics, as almost all of her hits were to the face and head.
And then we get to the part that I am hesitant to share, even with you, my closest friends.
Yes, I was able to get some shots in, but only because the Balrog pinned me to the ground. My superior reach should have been able to keep her at arm's length, but no... Treachery by Morgoth allowed her spawn inside the security perimeter, so to speak, and it was a blackberry juice bath for yours truly.