The 2025 Little League Baseball World Series, Presented by T-Mobile, is set to unfold in Williamsport from August 13–24, with 20 teams competing across two brackets—the International and the United States fields. The lineup features a mix of first-time entrants and longtime participants, highlighting the ongoing growth of youth baseball around the world and across the United States.
International Bracket highlights
– Mexico Region: El Swing Perfecto Little League (Chihuahua) is headed to Williamsport for the first time after finishing 7-1 in the regional tournament, defeating Matamoros Little League 4-1 in the final. Mexico’s 37th overall appearance since 1957 continues a strong international presence in Williamsport.
– Latin America Region: Cardenales Little League (Barquisimeto, Venezuela) returns for a fourth LLBWS appearance, following a 2024 third-place finish. Venezuela owns 24 total trips to Williamsport, among the region’s most frequent participants.
– Japan Region: Joto Little League (Tokyo) earned an undefeated regional run to reach Williamsport for the first time. The community’s legacy in the event traces back to Kitasuna Little League, which claimed four LLBWS titles.
– Caribbean Region: Aruba Center Little League (Santa Cruz, Aruba) repeats as the Caribbean representative for the second consecutive year, riding a 4-1 regional record to its third LLBWS appearance.
– Asia-Pacific Region: Tung-Yuan Little League (Taipei, Chinese Taipei) clinched the regional crown with a 3-0 shutout of North Seoul B LL (South Korea), finishing 6-1. This marks Chinese Taipei’s fourth consecutive LLBWS appearance and Tung-Yuan’s second, with the club last competing in 2015.
– Puerto Rico Region: Juan A. Bibiloni Little League (Yabucoa) earns a second trip to Williamsport after dominating the region with a 4-0 record, including an 11-1 win in the final over Hermanos Cruz LL. The team previously appeared in 1999 and reached the International Championship.
– Australia Region: Brisbane (Queensland) North Region Little League will make another LLBWS appearance after a 6-1 regional final win. The squad previously represented Australia in 2022.
– Panama Region: Vacamonte Little League (Oeste, Arraijan) advances for the first time since 2018 following a 4-0 regional final and an 8-2 tournament record, marking Panama’s 13th appearance in Williamsport.
– Europe-Africa Region: South Czech Republic Little League (Brno, Czechia) returns for a third straight LLBWS. The team outscored opponents 42-3 with a 7-0 regional record, continuing the Czech Republic’s fourth appearance in the tournament.
– Canada Region: Little Mountain Little League (Vancouver, B.C.) is making its third Williamsport trip, having defeated Layritz LL 8-0 in the region final. The team outscored foes 86-7 in the region and carries one loss to Layritz on its record. It will look to build on the 2022 team’s 2-2 Williamsport showing.
United States Bracket highlights
– Great Lakes Region: Clarendon Hills Little League (Illinois) earned its Williamsport berth with a 9-4 region-final win over Westside LL, avenging an earlier regional loss. The squad finished 3-1 in the tournament.
– Metro Region: Fairfield (Conn.) Little League captured its first-ever Williamsport berth with a 12-1 win over New York in the region final, finishing 3-1 in the Metro Region. Connecticut remains a notable presence in the event since 2017.
– Mid-Atlantic Region: Glenmoore Eagle Little League (Upper Uwchlan Township, Pennsylvania) went undefeated at 3-0 to clinch the regional title with a 7-3 victory over Maryland in the final, marking the league’s first trip to Williamsport.
– Midwest Region: Sioux Falls (S.D.) Little League went 4-1 in the region tournament and 6-0 in their matchup to earn a return trip to Williamsport for the fourth time.
– Mountain Region: Summerlin South Little League (Las Vegas, Nev.) made history by winning the region final 6-3 after a 3-0 mark in pool play, earning their first-ever trip to Williamsport.
– New England Region: Braintree American Little League (Braintree, Mass.) earned its first Williamsport appearance with a 3-2, extra-innings win over New Hampshire in the region final, sealing a milestone moment for the team and community.
– Northwest Region: Bonney Lake/Sumner Little League (Bonney Lake, Wash.) finished undefeated at 3-0 with a 20-6 regional final win, outscoring opponents 43-0 across the region.
– Southeast Region: Irmo Little League (Irmo, S.C.) clinched a spot with a dramatic 5-4 walk-off victory over Florida in the region final, marking the first Williamsport trip for the team and adding to South Carolina’s résumé in the event.
– Southwest Region: Lamar Little League (Richmond, Texas) earned its third LLBWS berth with a 5-2 region final win over Louisiana, the club’s first appearance since 2004, after a 3-1 region run.
– West Region: Honolulu Little League (Hawaii) seeks a third title after previous championships in 2018 and 2022, advancing with a 4-1 regional final win over Golden Hill LL (Fullerton, Calif.) and sailing through a 3-0 region run.
What to watch at this year’s event
– A mix of first-time appearances and established program powerhouses signals exciting matchups and potential new champions across both brackets.
– Several teams are returning to Williamsport after long absences, while others are making their initial journeys, underscoring the global reach and evolving depth of youth baseball.
How to follow and participate
– The event runs August 13–24 in Williamsport. Fans are encouraged to download the Little League World Series App for exclusive opportunities and real-time updates, including promos and giveaways.
– For planning tips, policies, and scheduling details, fans can check the official Little League site for the World Series experience, including parking, clear bag policies, and other visitor information.
Commentary and outlook
This year’s field illustrates the global growth of Little League Baseball and the enduring appeal of Williamsport as a stage for young players to showcase their talents on an international stage. First-time entrants from places like Mexico, Japan, Aruba, and the United States’ own Summerlin South and Glenmoore Eagle groups bring fresh competition, while storied programs continue to contend for the title with strong regional legacies. The mix of dramatic regional finals, undefeated runs, and last-second finishes suggests a tournament packed with suspense, skill, and sportsmanship.
Summary
The 2025 LLWS lineup features 20 teams across two brackets, highlighting a blend of debuts and repeat appearances from across the globe, all converging in Williamsport for two weeks of youth baseball competition, community pride, and global fans following every pitch, swing, and glove click.
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