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The South Czech Republic Little League from Brno received the 2026 Jack Losch Little League Baseball World Series Team Sportsmanship Award, marking the fourth time a European or African team has been recognized.
A look at the weekend’s key performances, from complete‑game victories to crafty baserunning, ahead of the championship games.
Bomb Pop announced a partnership with Little League to become the official ice pop for the 2026 Little League Baseball and Softball World Series, bringing on‑site concessions, interactive activations and a year‑round digital presence to the tournament in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
A coalition of leagues has filed formal protests against Tulsa National Little League, accusing the program of manipulating eligibility documents and GameChanger app data, raising the specter of disqualification and lifetime bans for officials just days before the Southwest Regional championship.
Florida’s Little League Softball team earned third‑place honors in the 2026 World Series after a dramatic walk‑off win over Toms River, capping a tournament that saw them fall to Clayton in the semifinals.
The Maine Little League team fell 7-0 to Massachusetts in Bristol, Connecticut, with Dominik Mombeleur’s three-run homer sparking the offense. Relief arms kept the score low, but the Maine hitters could only manage a single.
After an opening loss, the River Forest 12U baseball team rallied to win the District 10 championship, showcasing standout performances from Matt Irvin and a resilient defense, before navigating a challenging state tournament that ended in a narrow elimination.
The 2026 Little League Baseball World Series will run from August 19 to 30 in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, featuring ten American and ten international teams. Regional qualifiers start as early as August 6, and all games are free on a first‑come, first‑served basis.
The 2026 Maryland Little League 10‑12 Baseball state championship tournament opens July 17 in Washington County, featuring seven district champions who will compete for advancement to regional and world‑stage events.
The 2026 Little League Baseball World Series will feature meet‑and‑greets, giveaways and app‑based promotions, supported by sponsors such as T‑Mobile, adidas and DICK’S Sporting Goods.
A 5‑1 victory over Lincoln highlights Barrington's blend of leadership, pitching depth, and defensive cohesion as they near the state championship.
Two local Little League teams, Tamaqua and Blue Mountain, are set to compete in the Section 6 tournament this weekend, with the winner advancing to the Pennsylvania State Tournament in Pittston and a potential spot in the Mid‑Atlantic and World Series events later this summer.
After a decisive 9‑3 win over Coosa’s All‑Stars, the Phenix City U‑12 champions are raising funds, gearing up for a Georgia showdown, and hoping the experience will forge lasting community bonds.
The Negaunee Little League Juniors secured their second consecutive state championship, driven by a core of veteran players and a manager who has watched them grow from T‑ball. They now head to the Central Region tournament in Midland, where they will meet the winner of the Indiana‑Iowa matchup.
The upcoming Sunday schedule features championship games in both districts, with semifinal results already shaping the matchups, while Section 5 tournaments prepare for their next round of play.
After a disputed Little League decision left the Monarch 12U baseball team with an unfair loss, the squad fights through the consolation bracket, aiming for two more wins to reach the state tournament.
Carol Cohen became the first girl to play Little League baseball in 1974, sparking a legacy that continues to shape youth baseball in Tucson as upcoming district and state tournaments approach.
The 2026 Little League Baseball and Softball East Region Tournaments offer free admission, family-friendly activities, and live broadcasts on ESPN, with key dates, ticketing details, and ways to engage via the LLWS App and merchandise purchases.
Tim Corbin, the head baseball coach at Vanderbilt, shares his approach to coaching, focusing on integrity, community, and a child‑first perspective as he prepares for the 2025 Little League Baseball World Series.
Former Cal pitcher, coach and broadcaster Jim Darby earns a place in the College Baseball Hall of Fame, joining a select group of Golden Bears. His career spans nearly four decades of transformative leadership in baseball and the sporting goods industry.
adidas and Little League have launched the official uniforms for the 2026 Little League Baseball and Softball World Series, blending racing aesthetics with youth sport and offering free U.S. shipping on replica merchandise.
A weekend of firsts unfolded in Williamsport as nearly one hundred girls from across the United States and three international countries took part in a historic, all‑female‑led baseball event.
Over decades of coaching his sons' baseball teams, the author recounts the joys, challenges, and bittersweet moments that shaped his family and the evolving landscape of youth sports.