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Minersville softball team reaches Mid-Atlantic championship game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:46 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

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Summary

The Minersville Little League softball team advanced to the Mid-Atlantic Regional championship game after winning the Pennsylvania state championship. They entered the regional tournament with an undefeated record but faced defeat against New Jersey's Toms River team, ending their hopes of reaching the Little League Softball World Series. Minersville's run included notable performances by key players, and manager Matt Withelder reflected on the team's successful journey and lasting memories. The team consisted of 12 girls and their coaching staff, some of whom have played together for many years.

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By the Numbers

•Minersville won the Pennsylvania state championship before regional play
•The team finished the Mid-Atlantic tournament with a 3-1 record
•Minersville led 1-0 before losing to Toms River 5-3
•Manager Matt Withelder highlights the team's growth and memories
•Peyton Withelder, a key pitcher, helped lead the team's success

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“Minersville got an easy ride into the state tournament,” Matt Withelder remembers hearing from another coach at the Pennsylvania Little League Softball Major Division championship tournament in Union City last month. Unbeknownst to the coach who made the remark, Withelder was the coach of that very Minersville squad. Withelder just smiled. “You’re Minersville, ain’t you?” the other coach ...
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