The wait is over. Opening day of the 2026 Little League World Series is here, and four must-watch matchups are set to launch one of the biggest events in youth sports each year. We’ll get a first look at championship hopefuls as teams begin their quest for Little League fame.

The action starts with Latin America vs. Caribbean (1 p.m. ET), a clash featuring two powerhouse international regions known for producing thrilling runs to the LLWS title. Next, the U.S. bracket takes center stage as Southeast battles Northwest (3 p.m. ET), with both teams looking to make an early statement on the road to the United States championship.

The international spotlight returns when Canada faces Asia-Pacific (5 p.m. ET), a matchup loaded with intrigue as two talented programs collide. The day closes with a high-energy U.S. showdown between Metro and New England (7 p.m. ET), where regional pride and opening-round momentum will be on the line. 

From dramatic pitching performances to potential breakout stars, opening day at the Little League World Series promises unforgettable trending moments and the beginning of a championship chase that captivates youth baseball fans every summer. 

How to watch the 2026 Little League World Series

The 2026 Little League World Series will be broadcast on ESPN platforms, with the championship game airing on ABC. Games will also be available to stream on ESPN+.

• Dates: Aug. 19-Aug. 30
• TV: ESPN, ESPN2, ABC
• Stream: ESPN+
• Location: Williamsport, Pennsylvania

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2026 Little League World Series schedule, scores today

Scores will be updated here as play begins Wednesday.

(All times Eastern)

Wednesday, Aug. 19

• Game 1: Latin America 2, Caribbean 1 (FINAL)
• Game 2: Northwest 2, Southeast 0 (FINAL)
• Game 3: Asia-Pacific 7, Canada 0 (FINAL)
• Game 4: Metro vs New England, 7 p.m. (ESPN)

2026 Little League World Series game: Dominican Republic vs. Nicaragua score, live updates

Latin America 2, Caribbean 1 (FINAL)

• NI | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | =  2 | 4 | 0
• DR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | =  1 | 5 | 0

Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo moved to right field after leaving the mound and the Dominican Republic might not want to run against his arm again. On a hit to right field, a runner was trying to score on the play – but Sevilla Pichardo fired home a throw and the tag was applied with plenty of time to get the runner. Game over. Nicaragua wins 2-1 over the Dominican Republic.

2026 Little League World Series game: Alabama vs. Washington score, live updates

Washington 2, Alabama 0 (FINAL)

• WA | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | =  2 | 3 | 1
• AL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | =  0 | 1 | 3

We have our first runs of the game! Kasen Workman singled off Alabama pitcher Ryker Rasmus to bring home Tyler Landry. A defensive error allows Artie Hinzman to score as well, putting Washington up 2-0.

Alabama did not have an answer in the bottom of the seventh inning. They went three up, three down. Jerry Taylor got a ground out, Easton Allen struck out and star pitcher Kinley Rasmus hit a pop fly that was caught to end the game.

2026 Little League World Series game: New Jersey vs. Massachusetts score, live updates

New Jersey 0, Massachusetts 0 (7 p.m. ET)

• MA | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | =  1 | 4 | 1
• NJ | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | =  2 | 6 | 0

2026 Little League World Series game: Canada vs. South Korea score, live updates

South Korea 7, Canada 0 (FINAL)

• CA | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | =  0 | 3 | 3
• SK | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | X | =  7 | 9 | 0

New Jersey 2, Massachusetts 1 final

Mason Rincon started it and ended it. The New Jersey pitcher struck out eight in 4 1/3 innings and then he hit the walk-off home run in the bottom of the sixth to finish it. His 260-foot shot to left-center field gave the team from Bayonne a 2-1 win in the first round of the Little League World Series.

Bayonne plays East Side Little League of West Chester Pennsylvania at 7 p.m. Friday. Massachusetts moves to the elimination bracket and plays Saturday.

New Jersey walks off a 2-1 win over Massachusetts

Mason Rincon led off the bottom of the sixth inning with a home run to left-center field to deliver a 2-1 win over Massachusetts. His homer was estimated to travel 260 feet by ESPN.

New Jersey vs. Massachusetts goes to bottom of the sixth tied

JJ Gaff had a lead off single and stole second to put the go-ahead run in scoring position, but Gabe Garcia left him stranded when he struck out Jackson Morin.

Massachusetts vs. New Jersey 1-1

Dominik Mombeleur reached his pitch limit after striking out eight. He moved to right field. Left fielder Anthony Sullivan made a diving catch to keep the score tied.

New Jersey vs. Massachusetts still tied

Massachusetts pitcher Dominik Mombeleur worked out of a bases-loaded jam to keep the game tied. He is at 75 pitches through three innings.

Massachusetts vs. New Jersey tied up

New England’s Anthony Sullivan homered to lead off the top of the third inning to tie the game at 1-1. Sullivan’s shot went 255 feet according to the ESPN broadcast.

Massachusetts gets a huge break

The team from New Jersey had posted a second run in the second inning, but the umpires wiped it off the board. The lead runner left second base early on Dex Zimmerman’s line drive.

New Jersey takes the lead

The Metro team took a 1-0 lead on a wild pitch. New England pitcher Dominik Mombeleur threw two wild pitches in the first but settled down to get out of the inning.

South Korea 7, Canada 0

West Seoul scored in the second on Ji Hoo Lee’s RBI single. Ji Hwan homered in the third. Jae Hyun Maeng doubled in two runs later that inning. Seou added runs in the fourth on a fielder’s choice and a sacrifice fly. An error by shortstop Cruz Krpan produced the final run. Daniel Huang singled to lead off the sixth. Hong struck out the next three batters. South Korea plays Europe-Africa on Friday at 5 p.m. Canada drops to the elimination bracket and plays Saturday.

South Korea wins!

Ji Hwan Hong allowed a single to start the sixth and final inning, but then locked in and struck out Jacob Massel, Lucas Izen and Jean Ramos in a row. South Korea wins 7-0.

Canada has excellent defensive stand in 5th inning

After two strikeouts to start the fifth inning, Kian Sandhu hit a double for Canada to give them their first runner in scoring position. But Leo McTaggart lined out the next play and Canada failed again to notch a run.

South Korea got a run off an error by shortstop Cruz Krpan that sent Do Yoon Kim home, but otherwise Canada’s defense stepped up. Connor Ross had a great catch on his knees at second base to prevent a deep ball. He overthrew the first baseman to put a runner on first. Catcher Jason Mezzarobba expertly tossed off his mask and caught a pop fly behind the plate and then had two tags out at home to end the inning.

Canada gets first hit, South Korea furthers lead

Canada got its first hit of the game in the top of the fourth when Jason Mezzarobba smacked the ball and sent it dribbling toward third base for a single. But the next batter, Cruz Krpan got a fly out and Canada remains scoreless.

South Korea then loaded the bases. Ji Hoo Lee hit a single toward second base that sent Ju Won Kim home and put South Korea up 5-0. The next batter, Ki Hyun Jung, then popped the ball into the air for a sacrifice fly that brought home Seo Jun Park and made the score 6-0.

South Korea’s Ji Hwan Hong launches home run

Boosted! Ji Hwan Hong launched a solo home run along the left field line in the bottom of the third inning to put South Korea up 2-0.

It’s the first home run of the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series.

Jae Hyun Maeng launched a double that sent two more runs home and made the score 4-0.

Ha Jun Ju hit a pop fly out and Hyun Been Han hit a line out to end the inning.

South Korea pitcher Seo Jun Park only needed to toss 10 pitches to get three Canada batters out in the top of the inning.

South Korea scores first in 2nd inning

South Korea is on the board first! In the bottom of the second inning, Seo Jun Park hit the ball deep into centerfield to notch a double. He advanced on a ground out and then a wild pitch gave him the opportunity to scramble home for the first run of the game. South Korea is up 1-0.

Canada struck out three times at the top of the inning.

South Korea threatens in 1st inning

Canada went three up, three down with a strikeout, pop fly and ground out. South Korea loaded the bases, but with two outs, Hyun Been Han hit a pop fly that was caught for the final out without a score.

Canada – South Korea underway

Canada and South Korea are now playing at approximately 5:15 p.m. ET. There was a delay to let the previous game, Washington vs. Alabama, conclude in extra innings.

Washington scores and wins!

We have our first runs of the game! Kasen Workman singled off Alabama pitcher Ryker Rasmus to bring home Tyler Landry. A defensive error allows Artie Hinzman to score as well, putting Washington up 2-0.

Alabama did not have an answer in the bottom of the seventh inning. They went three up, three down. Jerry Taylor got a ground out, Easton Allen struck out and star pitcher Kinley Rasmus hit a pop fly that was caught to end the game.

WE ARE HEADED TO EXTRA INNINGS!

Scoreless. Extra Innings. Just what we wanted to see for this pitcher’s duel.

Alabama tries to steal second and tag appears to get the runner

But we have another challenge. Call on the field was out and inning over. But we wait for replay. Call stands.

Washington has one on, one out in the bottom of the sixth inning

Winston Weaver is on the mound after relieving Frankie McCabe.

We have another challenge on a foul ball vs hit by pitch

Call on the field was a foul ball. After replay, the call on the field stands.

Alabama’s Kinley Rasmus runs into some trouble in the top of the sixth

She gave up to walks. But no runs scored. We head to the bottom of the sixth inning.

Alabama manager leaves Kinley Rasmus in the game

There was a mound discussion where the manager asked her if she wanted to continue. She shook her head for a yes.

Washington’s Frankie McCabe reaches pitching limit

Frankie McCabe’s final line: 5IP, 1H, 0R, 4BB, 5K. We are scoreless after five innings. There will be a new pitcher for Washington in the bottom of the sixth.

Is there sign-stealing in Little League Baseball?

Explanation from Little League Rules

Short answer. There shouldn’t be. According to the Conditions of Tournament Play, the stealing or relaying of signs to alert the batter of pitch selection and/or location is unsportsmanlike behavior. If, in the judgment of the umpire(s), this behavior is occurring, both the player and the manager may be ejected from the game. It is the discretion of the umpire to decide if the action is blatant and consistent to the point where ejection is warranted.

Alabama’s Kinley Rasmus throwing an efficient game – thus far

Rasmus is through five innings on 63 pitches. Her pitching line right now: 5IP, 1H, 0R, 0BB, 7K.

Alabama makes base running mistake after getting runner into scoring position

A fake bunt, the runner on first took off for second while the runner on third was watching the play develop. However, Washington was able to get the runner from first in the rundown for the third out.

Washington’s Frankie McCabe is over 70 pitches – so is he going all the way to 85?

We’re going to find out. But strategy says if you only have to burn one pitcher and win game 1. You do it. We’ll see what Washington’s manager does.

How many video replay challenges do teams get in the Little League World Series?

Team managers get up to two unsuccessful video replay challenges during a regulation six-inning game in the Little League World Series. Also, managers are granted one additional video replay challenge specifically for use during extra innings, regardless of whether they used their challenge allocation during regulation play.

We have our first challenge of the game

Washington is challenging a safe call at first base with one out in the bottom of the fourth inning. After review, the runner is safe. Washington loses the challenge.

The righty Kinley Rasmus vs the lefty Frankie McCabe turning into a thriller

Game 2 of the Little League World Series and the first game of the United States bracket is everything you tuned into see. Two dominant pitchers keeping the other team off the board. At some point, pitch counts are going to matter. Just not right now. We head to the bottom of the fourth. Ramsey’s pitching line now: 4 IP, 0H, 0R, 0BB, 6K.

Washington’s Frankie McCabe almost automatic on the mound

He gets out of another jam after a walk. A lineout, strikeout and fly out ends the inning.

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Alabama’s Kinley Rasmus overcomes a fielding error

Alabama’s Kinley Rasmus had four strikeouts in a row and five for the game in the top of the third inning. Just throwing heat and confusing the Washington batters right now. We are still scoreless.

Frankie McCabe isn’t fazed by the pressure

McCabe is cruising along after two innings: 2 IP, 1H, 0R, 1BB, 2K.

We’ve got the first pitcher’s duel already

Alabama’s Kinley Rasmus shuts down Washington in the top of the second. She’s got four strikeout through two innings. She can spin it – fastballs, breaking balls. You name it. We are headed to the bottom of the second. Scoreless.

Alabama loads the bases against Washington’s Frankie McCabe

However, McCabe gets out of it with no damage. We are scoreless after one inning.

Kinley Rasmus has a smooth first inning

She gets one strikeout, one pop out and one ground out. 0-0 after the top of the first inning.

Get to know Kinley Rasmus, LLWS superstar and daughter of former MLB player

The Little League World Series is arguably the biggest stage young athletes can find themselves on. While only a select few have gone on to enjoy professional baseball careers, every year, the utter joy and passion that these kids exude throughout the tournament in Williamsport captivates audiences.

Of course, their electric talent draws in audiences as well. Unforgettable performances from unlikely sources are always bound to make big waves at the Little League World Series, and this year, we might see yet another.

Kinley Rasmus, daughter of former Major League pitcher Cory Rasmus, has been making a name for herself at regionals, before the national tournament has even gotten underway. READ THE FULL STORY ON KINLEY RASMUS >>> Here’s what to know about her.

Who are the starting pitchers for Washington, Alabama?

Both teams are using their aces: Washington’s Frankie McCabe and Alabama’s Kinley Rasmus

Is that Karl Ravech calling the Little League World Series game?

Yes. Karl Ravech, who’s voice has been synonymous with LLWS games for a very long time is in Williamsport leading the ESPN broadcast. He’s joined in a three-man booth with Chris Burke and the Little League legend himself Todd Frazier. Here’s more on why you are hearing from Karl Ravech – despite his recent layoff from ESPN.

Superstar pitcher, cannon arm from the outfield. GAME OVER!

Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo moved to right field after leaving the mound and the Dominican Republic might not want to run against his arm again. On a hit to right field, a runner was trying to score on the play – but Sevilla Pichardo fired home a throw and the tag was applied with plenty of time to get the runner. Game over. Nicaragua wins 2-1 over the Dominican Republic.

Nicaragua’s Moises Estrada Juarez on to close out the game

Moises Estrada Juarez got the call out of the bullpen.

Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo was a dominant force against the Dominican Republic

Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo final pitching line: 5 2/3 IP, 4H, 1R, 12K. He threw 81 pitches and leaves the game and moves to right field. He’s next available to pitch on Monday.

Ethan Estevez gets a pitcher’s best friend to end the top of the sixth

Estevez induced a 6-4-3 double play to get the Dominican Republic out of that jam. Last change for the DR coming up in the bottom of the sixth inning.

Ethan Estevez is the third pitcher for the Dominican Republic

Estevez came on in relief in the top of the sixth inning.

How many innings can a Little League Baseball player throw in a game?

Little League Baseball doesn’t have a strict per-game pitching innings limit. However, Little League does monitor how many pitches a player can throw in a game and there are corresponding days of rest tied to how many pitches a player throws in each game. The maximum number of pitches a player can throw in a Little League World Series game is 85. However, a pitcher can go over the 85-pitch threshold to finish an at-bat that started under 85 pitches, but that batter would be the last one before the pitcher must be removed from the mound.

Here’s what the corresponding days of rest would look like depending on how many pitchers were thrown

Number of pitches thrown	Corresponding days of rest needed
1-20	0 days
21-35	1 day
36-50	2 days
51-65	3 days
66+	4 days

Visa issues prevents two Team Nicaragua players from attending LLWS – What we know

The Little League World Series got underway Wednesday, and already there is controversy surrounding the tournament. Team Nicaragua will be without two of its players after they were unable to obtain the required documentation to travel to the United States for the tournament.

Obviously a devastating blow to a team with championship aspirations, the situation has been dire and it did not take long for the Little League World Series to address the situation on their broadcast, mentioning Nicaragua’s visa issue on the televised broadcast.

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Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo is into DOUBLE DIGITS for strikeouts now

He fans three in the inning. He has 12 strikeouts for the game. It is 2-1 Nicaragua heading to the top of the sixth.

The Dominican Republic is on the scoreboard

Ethan Estevez doubles on a line drive to left field and Diego Suarez Herrera scores. 2-1 Nicaragua lead now.

Dominican Republic’s Jostin Vega Nuñez records a 1-2-3 inning

Two balls were put in play – both caught – and Vega Nuñez gets a strikeout to end the threat. We move to the bottom of the fifth. 2-0, Nicaragua.

Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo just throwing heat

Sevilla Pichard has a one-hitter in progress. His stat line so far: 4IP, 1H, 0R, 9K. He’s only thrown 53 pitches.

Nicaragua struggles against Jostin Vega Nuñez, who came on in relief in the second inning

Jostin Vega Nuñez got three swinging strikeouts to keep Nicaragua off the bases.

Dominican Republic gets its first hit

Yansel Guzman gets a single for the Dominican Republic but Clemente Sevilla Pichardo is looking like a strikeout king. He’s got seven strikeout through three shutout innings and threat defused. We head to the top of the fourth, 2-0, Nicaragua.

Nicaragua goes down 1-2-3 in bottom of the second inning

Two ground outs and a strikeout keeps Nicaragua off the bases.

Nicaragua increases the lead over the Dominican Republic

Sergio Jirón Fuentes walk brough in another run. 2-0, Nicaragua now.

Two players from Nicaragua’s team aren’t at the LLWS

Nicaragua will reportedly compete with only 12 players in the LLWS due to visa issues a statement from Little League said.

Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo throwing some heat

The ESPN broadcast has mentioned several times that Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo has throw over the 70 mph on some of his pitches. Either way, he’s struck out three in the bottom of the first. 1-0, Nicaragua still.

How many players are in the continuous batting order for each team in this game?

The Dominican Republic has 14 players in the batting order while Nicaragua has 12 players.

Nicaragua takes the lead in the first inning

Clemente Sevilla Pichardo doubles on a ground ball to left fielder Alexander De Leon, Moisés Estrada Juaréz scores. 1-0 Nicaragua

Starting pitchers for Latin America, Caribbean

It will be Nicaragua’s Clemente Sevilla Pichardo vs Dominican Republic’s Christofer Pichardo.

Who are the announcers for the LLWS game between Latina America and Caribbean?

Eduaro Perez and Mike Monaco are calling the game for ESPN while Sebastian Salazar in the reporter.

We’re almost ready for Game 1 in the LLWS

It will be Latin America (Ministerio Sobre Las Alas Del Aguila Little League, Leon, Nicaragua) taking on Caribbean (Los Nacionales Little League, Santiago, Dominican Republic)

Full Little League World Series schedule and bracket

Little League World Series United States teams

• Great Lakes − West Side Little League (Hamilton, Ohio)
• Metro − Bayonne Central Little League (Bayonne, New Jersey)
• Mid-Atlantic − East Side Little League (West Chester, Pennsylvania)
• Midwest −  Davenport Northwest Little League (Davenport, Iowa)
• Mountain − Paseo Verde Little League (Henderson, Nevada)
• New England − Bridgewater Joe Lazaro Little League (Bridgewater, Massachusetts)
• Northwest − SoundView Little League (Tacoma, Washington)
• Southeast − Phenix City Youth Baseball Little League (Phenix City, Alabama)
• Southwest − Boerne Little League (Boerne, Texas)
• West − Sweetwater Valley Little League (Bonita, California)

Little League World Series International teams

• Asia−Pacific − West Seoul (B) Little League (Seoul, South Korea)
• Australia − Ryde Little League (Sydney, New South Wales)
• Canada − Little Mountain Little League (Vancouver, British Columbia)
• Caribbean − Los Nacionales Little League (Santiago, Dominican Republic)
• Curaçao − Pariba Little League (Willemstad, Curaçao)
• Europe & Africa − South Czech Republic Little League (Brno, Czechia)
• Japan − Joto Little League (Tokyo, Japan)
• Latin America − Ministerio Sobre Las Alas Del Aguila Little League (Leon, Nicaragua)
• Mexico − Municipal De Tijuana Little League (Tijuana, Baja California)
• Panama− David Doleguita Little League (Chiriquí, Panama)