The 2024 Little League Baseball World Series on August 20th delivered intense and dramatic games as teams fought to avoid elimination and keep their championship dreams alive. Here’s a recap of the key games:
Game 25: Venezuela (Latin America) 2, Aruba (Caribbean) 1
Venezuela stayed alive in the tournament with a thrilling come-from-behind win. Down 1-0 heading into the bottom of the sixth inning, Venezuela rallied with two runs to secure a 2-1 victory, eliminating Aruba. This walk-off win showcased Venezuela’s resilience and determination to stay in the competition (Little League).
Game 26: Hawaii (West) 3, Pennsylvania (Mid-Atlantic) 1
Hawaii’s Evan Tavares was the hero of this game, delivering a dominant pitching performance. Tavares held Pennsylvania to just one run, helping Hawaii secure a 3-1 victory. Hawaii’s clutch win ensures they remain in the tournament as they continue to navigate the tough competition (Little League).
Game 27: Mexico 6, Cuba 4
Mexico pulled off one of the most dramatic comebacks of the day. Trailing by two runs in the bottom of the sixth inning, Mexico delivered two back-to-back home runs to first tie the game and then walk it off in style with a 6-4 victory. This high-energy finish highlighted Mexico’s powerful offense and keeps them in the hunt for the championship (Little League).
Game 28: Florida (Southeast) 6, New York (Metro) 1
Florida dominated New York, thanks to a powerful three-run homer from DJ Mieses in the sixth inning and a combined 11 strikeouts from their pitching staff. Florida’s solid all-around performance resulted in a convincing 6-1 victory, allowing them to advance further in the tournament (Little League).
These games showcased the excitement and unpredictability that the Little League World Series is known for, with clutch performances and thrilling finishes that kept fans on the edge of their seats. As the tournament progresses, the intensity only ramps up as teams get closer to the championship.
