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Kinley Rasmus breaks records in Little League World Series

USA Today • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:25 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Kinley Rasmus breaks records in Little League World Series

Summary

Kinley Rasmus, daughter of former MLB pitcher Cory Rasmus, is shining at the 2026 Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. She has tied the all-time record for a girl with five hits in the tournament and matched the single-game strikeout record with eight during her debut. Rasmus has also secured crucial performances, including an RBI double and multiple multi-hit games. Phenix City Little League, her team, has achieved three consecutive wins and will compete against West Side Little League from Hamilton, Ohio, on Wednesday as they advance to the elimination round.

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•Kinley Rasmus is a standout player for Phenix City Little League.
•She has five total hits, tying the record for girls in the LLWS.
•Rasmus recorded eight strikeouts in her debut match.
•Phenix City Little League has won three straight games.
•They will face West Side Little League on Wednesday.

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Kinley Rasmus, daughter of ex-Major League pitcher Cory Rasmus, is breaking records at the 2026 Little League World Series.
— USA Todayby Elizabeth Flores