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East Side Little League waits for opponent in World Series opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:29 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

East Side Little League waits for opponent in World Series opener

Summary

East Side Little League from West Chester, Pennsylvania is preparing for its first-round matchup in the 2026 Little League World Series, scheduled for Friday night. They will face the winner of a game between Bayonne, New Jersey, and Bridgewater, Massachusetts, taking place Wednesday night at Lamade Stadium in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. East Side reached the tournament by winning the Mid-Atlantic Region, outscoring opponents 21-2 in three games. The Little League World Series features 20 teams, comprising 10 U.S. and 10 international teams, and will run until August 30.

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By the Numbers

•East Side represents Pennsylvania in the 2026 Little League World Series.
•They won the Mid-Atlantic Region with a 21-2 record.
•The upcoming opponent will be determined by a game on August 19.
•The tournament runs until August 30 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
•The event features 20 teams, 10 from the U.S. and 10 internationally.

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West Chester, representing PA in the 2026 Little League World Series, awaits the winner of Wednesday night game between New Jersey and New England
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