Phenix City team represents Alabama in Little League World Series opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Phenix City's Little League team, returning to the tournament after 27 years, begins its campaign in the 2026 Little League World Series today. The team, which clinched the Alabama state championship and Southeast region title this summer, faces Tacoma (Washington) at 2 p.m. CT at Lamade Stadium. Phenix City is located approximately 80 miles from Montgomery, Alabama, and has a history of participation in the event, having last appeared in 1999. This marks the city's second representation in the tournament.
- •Phenix City Little League represents Alabama in 2026 Little League World Series.
- •Team plays Tacoma (Washington) in first game of the tournament.
- •Previously represented Alabama in 1999 after a long absence.
- •Team secured titles in the Alabama state championship and Southeast region.
- •Located 80 miles from Alabama's capital, Montgomery.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Where is Phenix City, hometown of Alabama Little League World Series team?
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