Alabama secures spot in Little League World Series after defeating Tennessee
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 9:27 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Alabama's team from Phenix City has qualified for the 2026 Little League World Series after defeating Tennessee 4-0 in the Southeast Championship game. Kinsley Rasmus delivered a strong performance with a complete game shutout, allowing only three hits and recording eight strikeouts. The victory marks a significant achievement, reminiscent of the 1999 Phenix City team that reached the Little League World Series final. The Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is set to begin on August 19, with Alabama scheduled to play at 3 PM ET against the Northwest champion.
- •Alabama won 4-0 against Tennessee in the Southeast Championship.
- •Kinsley Rasmus pitched a complete game shutout with 8 strikeouts.
- •Phenix City returns to Williamsport for the first time since 1999.
- •Alabama will face the Northwest champion on August 19 at 3 PM ET.
- 9:27 AMYahoo Sports — Little League World Series, how Alabama won SE Region to go to Williamsport
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