Two girls make history at Little League World Series in Williamsport
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Kinley Rasmus and Carsynn Meyer represent their teams at the 2026 Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, which runs from August 19 to August 30. Rasmus, the daughter of former MLB pitcher Cory Rasmus, helped lead Phenix City to victory in the Southeast Region final, earning a spot in the tournament. Meyer joins the competition representing Paseo Verde Little League from Henderson, Nevada. The event continues the legacy of female athletes in the LLWS, dating back to 1984 with the first female participant, Victoria Roche.
- •Kinley Rasmus leads Phenix City to the LLWS.
- •Carsynn Meyer represents Paseo Verde Little League.
- •The tournament takes place from August 19-30 in Williamsport.
- •Female athletes have participated since 1984 with Victoria Roche.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Two girls are ready to leave their mark on LLWS history. What to know
"Since 1974, Little League has welcomed talented girls from around the world. Here are the girls who made history in the LLWS.
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