The Little League World Series is an exciting event that showcases the talent and passion of 12-year-old baseball players from around the world. This year, the tournament will take place in Williamsport, Pennsylvania from Aug. 14-25. Teams from various regions in the United States and other countries will compete for the coveted LLBWS title.
The tournament will feature teams from 10 U.S. regions, including Great Lakes, Metro, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain, New England, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, and West. Additionally, there will be teams representing 10 international regions such as Asia-Pacific, Australia, Canada, Caribbean, Cuba, Europe-Africa, Japan, Latin America, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.
Fans can watch the games live at Lamade Stadium and Volunteer Stadium in Williamsport, or tune in to the ESPN family of networks (ESPN, ESPN2, ABC) to catch the action. For those unable to attend in person, streaming options are available on ESPN+ and the ESPN App.
One of the highlights of the LLBWS is the MLB Little League Classic, where Major League Baseball teams play at Historic Bowman Field in front of the Little League players and their families. This year, the New York Yankees will face off against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. ET, with the game airing on ESPN.
The tournament will feature a packed schedule of games, with matchups between the U.S. regional champions and the international regional champions. The competition will culminate in the Little League World Series Championship game on Sunday, Aug. 25.
Over the years, the LLBWS has seen a mix of U.S. and international teams take home the title. Recent champions include El Segundo (California) in 2023, Honolulu (Hawaii) in 2022, and Taylor North (Michigan) in 2021. The last international champion was Tokyo Kitasuna (Japan) in 2017.
As the 2024 Little League World Series kicks off, baseball fans can look forward to thrilling games, fierce competition, and the opportunity to witness the next generation of baseball stars in action. Whether watching in person or from afar, the LLBWS promises to deliver unforgettable moments and unforgettable memories for players and fans alike.