Nevada's Little League Team Falls Short in World Series Final
Nevada’s Paseo Verde All-Star squad made history this summer, becoming the first team from the Silver State to reach back-to-back Little League World Series finals since Georgia’s dominance in 2006-07. Coached by Cory Edwards, the Henderson-based team rode a wave of excitement that culminated in a showdown against Curaçao’s champions in Williamsport.
The championship game unfolded as a tightly contested battle, with Curaçao striking early in the fifth inning, plating four runs to take a 4-2 lead. Nevada answered with a two-out, bases-clearing double from Juriënsly De Windt that briefly sparked hope, but the rally fell short. The final score read 11-2, sealing a defeat that left the Nevada side as runners-up.
Several key players were missing from the lineup, including center fielder Theo Bingham, who was sidelined by illness, and Logan Edwards, whose pitch was miscommunicated by his father, Coach Edwards. Brooks McFarland also saw limited action as the team grappled with missteps on the basepaths and missed third-base signs that proved costly.
Despite the loss, the run underscores a growing investment in youth baseball across Nevada. The state’s commitment to developing talent is evident in the steady pipeline of players who now compete on the world stage, and the presence of Carsynn Meyer — who became the first girl on an American team to appear in a Little League World Series title game — signals a new era of inclusion.
A Milestone for Girls in Baseball
The experience will undoubtedly shape the players’ futures, with many already eyeing next season’s opportunities. For Nevada, the loss is a stepping stone rather than an endpoint, as the state’s baseball infrastructure continues to expand and inspire the next generation.