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Little League Extra

South Dakota has done more than just enhance baseball skills

Sioux Falls, South Dakota Little League again has made its mark, reaching the Little League World Series and winning another game here like it did four years ago. But while his players rightfully are labeled as fantastic, its qualities which statistics cannot measure which might mean the most ...

Juan Reyes etched his name in history books for Venezuela

To say Venezuela’s Juan Reyes has been superb on the mound this Little League World Series wouldn’t do the right-handed pitcher justice. Reyes was nearly flawless on Monday afternoon at Volunteer Stadium in a 4-0 win against a solid Japan team, but that win on Monday wasn’t an ...

Chinese Taipei, Venezuela mirror each other on field

If players from Barquisimeto, Venezuela and Taipei, Chinese Taipei were to watch one another play in games, they may think for a moment they were simply watching themselves on a replay. Great pitching. Nearly flawless defensive players in the infield and outfield. Offenses that can spark ...

Assistant coach Beckworth’s late son helps guide him

As Mike Beckworth walks, his son Danny helps guide him along every step. Literally. Beckworth, an Irmo, South Carolina assistant coach, lost his son Danny 14 years ago when he passed away in an ATV accident. Danny was 14 at the time but continues inspiring Mike who keeps helping Irmo’s ...

Fairfield LL players are tough, exceptional players

A worldwide audience has witnessed the last few weeks what Fairfield National Little League coaches, parents and volunteers have known the past three years. Their 12-year-old all-stars are every bit as tough as they are exceptional baseball players. That has helped Fairfield make a big impact ...

Japan is in elimination bracket, but players still having fun

After players from Tokyo, Japan score after a home run at Volunteer Stadium, fans watching at home or in attendance in South Williamsport will notice they do a celebration that represents taking selfies. There’s no deep meaning to it. Rather the players are emulating their former Japan ...