Ohio's LLWS coach navigates tight schedule before U.S. final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Ohio’s Little League World Series team secured a 7-1 victory over Davenport, Iowa, on Thursday morning. The game started at 9 a.m. ET, following their elimination of Phenix City, Alabama, late Wednesday evening. Coach Tim Nichting emphasized the need for a strategic routine to manage the quick turnaround. His players have shown consistent performance, with pitcher Walker Osborne allowing only one run during the game. Ohio will compete in the U.S. championship against Henderson, Nevada, scheduled for Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET.
- •Ohio wins against Davenport, Iowa, 7-1 in LLWS semifinals.
- •The scheduled game was a quick turnaround after a night game.
- •Tim Nichting emphasizes team strategy and player management.
- •Walker Osborne pitches a complete game, giving up one run.
- •Ohio will face Henderson, Nevada, in the U.S. championship on Saturday.
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Early morning after night game? No problem if you're Ohio's LLWS coach
"The dreaded situation in which Ohio's coach found his team can be a conundrum but also lots of fun. He showed how on his way to LLWS U.S. final.
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