Little League World Series features early elimination games on August 22
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The 2026 Little League World Series, currently taking place in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, began on August 19 with four games held each day. The tournament operates under a double elimination format, allowing teams that lose their first game a chance to advance. Four teams are facing elimination after their opening game losses: Los Nacionales Little League from the Caribbean, Phenix City Youth Baseball Little League from Southeast, Little Mountain Little League from Canada, and Bridgewater Joe Lazaro Little League from New England. These teams are scheduled to play again on August 22. The championship game is set for August 30.
- •Little League World Series started on August 19.
- •Four games are scheduled daily during the tournament.
- •Teams facing elimination include Los Nacionales and Phenix City Youth Baseball.
- •Elimination games for losing teams set for August 22.
- •Championship game takes place on August 30.
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