The 2024 Little League Baseball World Series is off to an exciting start with a mix of close games and dominant performances. Day 2 on August 15, 2024, featured some notable matchups across both the United States and International brackets.
One of the standout games was a nail-biter between the Southeast and Midwest regions, where Florida edged out South Dakota 2-1. The game was highlighted by a decisive sacrifice fly by Luis Calo and a strong pitching performance by JJ Feliciano, who helped secure the victory with his dominant outing (Little League) (Little League).
In another U.S. bracket game, the Metro Region team from Staten Island, New York, struggled against the Mountain Region team from Nevada, falling 9-1. Nevada’s Wyatt Erickson was a key player, delivering eight strikeouts and contributing a crucial hit that sealed the game (Little League).
On the international side, Japan made a statement with an 11-0 victory over Puerto Rico, displaying both offensive firepower and pitching prowess. Japan’s commanding win showcased why they are considered a strong contender this year (Omaha Sports).
The day wrapped up with Cuba defeating the Europe-Africa region 4-1, setting the stage for the next round of games in this competitive tournament (Little League).
The 2024 Little League World Series continues with more action-packed games as teams fight for a chance to advance to the championship. Keep an eye out for more thrilling matchups in the coming days!
