Anthony Johnson Jr. leads Iowa against Bayonne in LLWS contest

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Anthony Johnson Jr. leads Iowa against Bayonne in LLWS contest
Summary

Anthony Johnson Jr. of Iowa pitched effectively in the Little League World Series against Bayonne, New Jersey, on August 23, 2026. Through three innings, Johnson recorded seven strikeouts, allowing just one hit and no walks. Iowa entered the fourth inning with a 3-0 lead. Johnson, who relieved Cooper Thissen, showcased a well-located curveball, contributing to Iowa's strong start in the tournament.

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  • Iowa leads Bayonne 3-0 entering the fourth inning
  • Johnson struck out seven batters in his first three innings
  • He replaced Thissen, who had 15 strikeouts in his prior outing
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Iowa's Anthony Johnson Jr. was mowing down Bayonne (New Jersey) through the first three innings of Sunday's Little League World Series game.

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