Little League World Series
The Little League World Series is an annual baseball championship held in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States. Featuring players ages 10 to 12 from around the world, the event is a highly anticipated event for young baseball players and fans.
The Little League World Series began in 1947 and has grown into a global event with teams from around the world competing. The competition is divided into two categories: international and American. The winners of each division will then face off in a championship match to determine the overall winner of the tournament.
The Little League World Series has become a major cultural event, with millions watching on television and online. The tournament also serves as a platform for young players to showcase their skills and launch their baseball careers.
In addition to the game itself, the Little League World Series features a variety of events for players and fans, including parades, skills competitions, and carnivals. The event also emphasizes sportsmanship and fair play, with awards based on on-field performance and off-field behavior. The Little League World Series is a beloved event that celebrates the spirit of youth baseball and brings together players and fans from around the world.
Is the Little League World Series a double-elimination system?
The double-elimination tournament kicks off on Wednesday, setting the stage for an exciting showdown as each team competes for victory. As the competition unfolds, 38 matches will be played, culminating in the title showdown between the U.S. and international champions, which will air on August 27 at 3 pm ET on ABC.
Fans can watch Little League World Series highlights on various ESPN platforms, including ESPN2, and highlights will also be posted on Little League’s social media channels. The 2023 Little League World Series brings 20 teams representing the United States and the rest of the world to Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
During the 11-day event from August 16 to August 27, one team will become the esteemed Little League World Champion. Looking back at history, only one Staten Island team (Mid-Island LL in 1964) has earned this honor, defeating the Obispado Little League of Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico.
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Little League World Series First Round Schedule
Wednesday, August 16
All times are Eastern Time.
Game 1 – Europe-Africa vs. Panama, 1 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 2 – Mountain Champions vs. Metro Champions, 3 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 3 – Japan vs. Cuba, 5 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 4 – Southwest vs. Mid-Atlantic, 7 p.m. (ESPN)
Thursday, August 17
Game 5 – Caribbean vs. Australia, 1 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 6 – Northwestern vs. New England, 3 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 7 – Canada vs. Asia-Pacific, 5 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 8 – Westlake vs. Great Lakes, 7 p.m. (ESPN)
Friday, August 18
Game 9 – Game 1 Winner vs. Latin America, 1 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 10 – Game 2 winner vs. Southeastern, 3 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 11 – Game 3 winner vs. Mexico, 5 p.m. (ESPN)
Game 12 – Game 4 winner vs. Midwest, 7 p.m. (ESPN)
What’s the news about bunk beds in Williamsport?
This year’s Little League World Series brings one big change – the elimination of bunk beds. The change comes in response to an unfortunate incident last year involving a player suffering a serious head injury after falling from a top bunk.
To prioritize safety, players staying at the Williamsport complex will now be provided with single beds. In reflecting on the decision, Little League Baseball International explained that the precautionary measure taken during last year’s World Series to place beds individually on the floor resulted in their use by participants at all game locations this year, including Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Single bunk bed. .
The decision comes after 12-year-old pitcher and outfielder Easton Oliverson of Santa Clara, Utah’s Snow Canyon team was hospitalized following an accident last August. Easton’s father, Jess, expressed gratitude for his son’s survival, even though he was told his chances of survival were next to zero. The incident prompted Jace and Nancy Oliverson to file a negligence lawsuit in September against Little League International and the bed manufacturer for the lack of railings.
This year’s tournament will be held August 16-27, and safety remains the most important concern as Little League International works to ensure the well-being of all participants.
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