Washington, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico posted dramatic results as the 2025 Little League World Series hit Day 5 on Sunday, August 17, with four elimination games producing one walk-off moment and three blowouts that tightened the drama in Williamsport.
Sunday results
– Game 17 (U.S.): Washington 3, Massachusetts 2
– Washington saved their championship hopes with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Braintree, Massachusetts. Washington jumped ahead early, with Asher Monson scoring on a Cole Sehlin single to tie the game and Atley Eager coming home on a wild pitch for the go-ahead in the bottom of the second. Massachusetts answered in the middle innings, but Washington held on to advance and will face the loser of the Metro vs. Midwest game on Tuesday.
– Game 18 (International): Canada 12, Australia 0
– Canada dominated Australia in five innings, highlighted by a big fifth inning and strong work from pitcher Misha Lee to earn the dominant win. Canada built a multi-run lead early and kept adding runs, pulling away in the middle of the game.
– Game 19 (U.S.): Hawaii 9, Illinois 1
– Hawai’i jumped out to an 8-0 lead by the second inning, cruising to a 9-1 victory. Bronson Fermahin supplied a three-run homer in the first inning, setting the tone for Hawai’i. Illinois finally got on the board in the fourth on a Liam Harrigan RBI single, but it wasn’t enough to stem the Hawaii onslaught.
– Game 20 (International): Mexico 2, Panama 1 (walk-off)
– In a tight finish, Mexico walked off Panama in the bottom of the sixth. Xavier Nolasco delivered the game-winning RBI with a single after Iker Castaneda had driven in the tying run via a seventh-inning sequence that featured a run-scoring double and a scoring error. The result eliminated Panama, while Mexico improved to 2-1.
Notes and context
– The winners earned a day off before returning to the field on Tuesday, Aug. 19, while the losers were eliminated from the tournament.
– Coverage of the four Sunday games was provided by USA TODAY Sports, with ongoing updates and highlights available for fans following the LLWS.
– The day’s action showcased a mix of tight pitching and timely hitting. Washington and Hawaii both showed resilience in close games, while Canada’s attack produced a convincing win against Australia. Mexico’s walk-off victory underscored the drama that defines the LLWS.
What to watch next
– Tuesday’s schedule will pit remaining teams against the latest winners and losers from Monday’s games. Washington will be in action again against the Monday loser of the Metro vs. Midwest bracket, while Canada, Hawaii, and Mexico will look to build on their Day 5 performances as the field narrows.
Summary
Day 5 of the 2025 LLWS delivered a mix of suspense and big innings: a tight U.S. matchup that went Washington’s way, a rout by Canada over Australia, a resounding Hawaii win, and a walk-off win by Mexico to eliminate Panama. With the field narrowing, the tournament remains open and full of opportunities for young players to showcase their skills on a global stage.
A note of optimism
– The day reinforced the core message of the LLWS: young players can deliver memorable moments and demonstrate growth, teamwork, and sportsmanship. As the event moves toward the later rounds, fans can anticipate more competitive games, clutch performances, and inspiring stories from the field.