League: MLB Sport: Baseball Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Nevada Little League team powers past Ohio with teammate support

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:25 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Nevada Little League team powers past Ohio with teammate support

Summary

Nevada defeated Ohio 12-2 on Aug. 29 to claim the U.S. championship in the Little League World Series. The team's morale was boosted by the presence of teammate Theo Bingham, who returned from the hospital after a serious illness. Coach Cory Edwards noted the positive impact of Bingham's support on the players, helping to alleviate their nerves. Nevada's offense was impressive, amassing 14 hits and executing three double plays. They prepare to face Curaçao in the championship game on Aug. 30, where Carsynn Meyer will become the first American girl to compete in a Little League championship.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Nevada won the U.S. championship 12-2 against Ohio on Aug. 29.
•Theo Bingham's hospital return provided motivation for the team.
•Nevada recorded 14 hits and three double plays in the victory.
•They will face Curaçao on Aug. 30 in the championship game.
•Carsynn Meyer will be the first American girl in a Little League championship.

Latest Updates

3:25 AMYahoo Sports — 'Win it for Theo': Happy distraction eases Nevada's nerves at LLWS

What they're saying

"
Nevada's happy distraction in the form of a teammate who returned from the hospital took away its nerves in the Little League U.S. championship.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

MLB Baseball