Kentucky and Ohio face off for Little League World Series spot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 3:10 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Kentucky and Ohio are set to compete tonight in the championship game of the Great Lakes Region Tournament at 7 p.m. ET for a chance to qualify for the Little League World Series. Ohio enters the match with an unbeaten record of 3-0, having previously defeated Kentucky 11-4 on August 10. Kentucky advanced to the final after overcoming Indiana 8-5 on August 11, fueled by a strong performance from pitcher Easton Craig. The last team from Kentucky to win the Little League World Series was in 2002, while Ohio is still seeking its first championship title.
- •Kentucky defeated Illinois 12-2 to open tournament play on August 8.
- •Ohio won its opening game 10-4 against Michigan on August 8.
- •Kentucky's recent victory was its response after losing to Ohio earlier.
- •The match will be broadcasted on ESPN2 and the ESPN app.
- 3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky faces Ohio for Little League World Series berth. How to watch
"Kentucky and Ohio will play an elimination game tonight for a spot in the Little League World Series. Here's how to watch:
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