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ESPN has updated its Little League World Series coverage for Friday, Aug. 21 due to weather-related postponements in Williamsport, listing the games that will air on ESPN networks with times and matchups, noting which games won’t be broadcast, and confirming streaming on the ESPN App with a subscription.
ESPN will exclusively air all 38 Little League World Series games from Williamsport Aug. 19–30 across ESPN, ESPN2 and ABC, with Disney+ streaming Opening Day and the ESPN App providing access to all games; the schedule includes the MLB Little League Classic on Aug. 23, on-site Williamsport studio coverage throughout the tournament, enhanced production features, and a Championship Sunday on Aug. 30 on ABC, plus a related E60 profile and a Fan Zone experience.
The 2026 LLWS field features 20 regional champions (10 U.S. and 10 international) headed to Williamsport. United States representatives include West Side Little League (Ohio), Bayonne Central LL (New Jersey), East Side LL (Pennsylvania), Davenport Northwest LL (Iowa), Paseo Verde LL (Nevada), Bridgewater Joe Lazaro LL (Massachusetts), SoundView LL (Washington), Phenix City Youth Baseball LL (Alabama), Boerne LL (Texas), and Sweetwater Valley LL (California). International entrants include West Seoul (South Korea), Ryde LL (Australia), Little Mountain LL (Canada), Los Nacionales LL (Dominican Republic), Pariba LL (Curacao), South Czech Republic LL, Joto LL (Japan), Ministerio Sobre Las Alas Del Aguila LL (Nicaragua), Municipal de Tijuana LL (Mexico), and David Doleguita LL (Panama). The piece highlights notable firsts and historic appearances, such as Bayonne Central’s NJ debut and East Side PA’s LLWS debut, with context on each region’s title runs and past LLWS participants.
The Mets, after a challenging two-month slump, appeared to be regaining their joy and momentum, highlighted by Francisco Alvarez's strong performance and a celebratory moment involving Brandon Nimmo during a game against the Seattle Mariners.
The Seattle Mariners participated in the Little League Classic in Williamsport, engaging in various activities with young players, including autographing a toilet seat, sliding down the iconic hill, and taking selfies with Little Leaguers, while preparing for their game against the New York Mets, broadcasted on ESPN.
The 2025 Little League Classic in Williamsport is a unique event where MLB players interact with young Little Leaguers in an unscripted, fun-filled environment that emphasizes the joy of baseball and reconnects players with their childhood passions.
The Seattle Mariners will participate in their first Little League Classic game against the New York Mets at Williamsport, Pa., offering a unique experience for players and fans, with the game broadcast on ESPN and radio, featuring a pitching matchup between George Kirby and Clay Holmes.
The 2025 Little League World Series has begun with eight teams competing in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, featuring a modified double-elimination format with international and U.S. teams. Key results include Japan defeating Czechia and South Carolina beating Massachusetts. The tournament continues with upcoming games and a schedule leading to single-elimination finals for the U.S., international, and overall championship. Last year's champion, Lake Mary, Florida, was eliminated early, and the event runs through August 23.
The Philadelphia Phillies will participate in the Little League Classic in Williamsport, PA. at historic Bowman Field this Sunday, playing against the Washington Nationals. The event aims to engage young people in baseball, with players from both Major League teams watching Little League World Series games and interacting with Little Leaguers. Additionally, the local team from Media, PA. has qualified for the Little League World Series, giving the players an opportunity to meet and watch their favorite Phillies players.
The Canton Little League team secured a spot in the New England Championship Game after a 5-0 win over Salem, New Hampshire. Andrew Sullivan delivered a stellar performance on the mound, pitching a two-hit shutout and striking out seven. Canton's offense capitalized on small ball tactics, scoring runs through a wild pitch, bunt single, and an errant throw. They will now face Maine with a chance to advance to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.