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A Texas judge gave a team of 12-year-olds a second chance at their baseball dreams just hours after Little League officials disqualified them. The Tulsa National Little League team will now play Tuesday for a spot in the World Series.
A group of 12-year-olds from Bayonne, New Jersey, just made history by rallying from a four-run deficit to reach the Little League World Series for the first time since the city's league started in 1951. The team stayed undefeated all summer and will represent their city on baseball's biggest youth stage.
A youth baseball team from Sydney is heading to Pennsylvania in August after winning their first-ever spot at the Little League World Series. The Ryde Little League squad will represent Australia on the world stage after finishing their regional tournament with just one loss.
A small island community in Kauai has rallied behind their youth baseball team as they stand just one victory away from the Little League World Series. The Kawaihau All-Stars have battled through setbacks and elimination games to reach Friday's West Region championship.
Kinley Rasmus just made history at the Little League World Series, shattering the record for most hits by a girl while dominating both at bat and on the mound. The Alabama pitcher has her team three wins deep and hungry for more.
A youth baseball team from Curaçao just secured something no team from their island nation has earned before: direct entry to the 2026 Little League World Series. Pariba Little League fought through a tough tournament to claim their ticket to Williamsport, continuing a legacy that includes producing MLB stars.
The Sweetwater Valley Little League all-stars punched their ticket to Williamsport after dominating Hawaii 11-3 in the West Region Final. They're the first San Diego County team to make the Little League World Series in eight years.
After 38 years, a Hudson County team has claimed New Jersey's Little League championship, and Bayonne is making history for the first time ever. The 12-year-olds dominated with six home runs to win 9-3, earning their shot at the Little League World Series.
Five volunteers who battled cancer, organized hurricane relief, and championed inclusion are being celebrated at the 2026 Little League World Series. Their stories prove that everyday people create extraordinary change.
A team of young athletes from Clayton, North Carolina rallied together after their teammate's first-inning injury to win the 2026 Little League Softball World Series with a dominant 2-0 shutout victory. Pitcher Anna-Lynn Clark threw a complete game masterpiece while her squad showed heart both on and off the field.
Yankees star Aaron Judge says the World Baseball Classic atmosphere surpassed even the World Series. Over 36,000 fans packed Miami's stadium as Team USA narrowly defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 in a thrilling semifinal showdown.
The Australian government just committed $12.4 million to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with a strong focus on elevating women's competition. Three tournaments will run simultaneously across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Zealand, bringing 16 nations together for rugby league's biggest celebration.
A Connecticut Little League team just ended a 65-year championship drought with a thrilling 7-4 victory. Young Hugh Butler hit two home runs to lead Darien to their first state title in over six decades.
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes spotted lights on at a local Little League field and decided to stop by. What started as a quick visit turned into two hours of autographs, photos, and playing catch with starstruck kids.
Little League is rolling out comprehensive safety initiatives protecting millions of young athletes worldwide. The new SAFE program gives volunteers and parents practical tools to keep kids protected both physically and emotionally.
Two champions from the Miami Marlins' magical 2003 World Series run are heading to the team's hall of fame. Josh Beckett and Dontrelle Willis will be immortalized this season for their unforgettable contributions to South Florida baseball history.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made history by winning consecutive World Series titles for the first time in franchise history, celebrating with a dazzling ring ceremony before their home opener. Stars Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts received championship rings studded with diamonds and sapphires that tell the story of their 2025 victory.
A 12-year-old pitcher threw just 59 pitches to lead Lincoln Little League to their first Rhode Island championship in over a decade. The 2-1 victory sends the team to regional competition and revives a program that once dominated state baseball.
Two-time All-Star relief pitcher Ryan Pressly is hanging up his cleats after 13 seasons, capping off a remarkable career that included a 2022 World Series championship with the Houston Astros. The 37-year-old leaves the game with 117 saves and memories that will last a lifetime.
Baseball legend Joe Carter will be immortalized outside Toronto's Rogers Centre with a statue celebrating his unforgettable walk-off home run that won the 1993 World Series. The Blue Jays surprised their franchise icon with the news as part of their 50th anniversary celebration.
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