2025 Little League Baseball World Series: Sunday Thrills

Sunday marked a pivotal day in the 2025 Little League Baseball World Series, culminating in the highly anticipated MLB Little League Classic featuring the Seattle Mariners and New York Mets at Bowman Field in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This unique experience offers Little League players a glimpse into the professional realm of baseball, allowing them to witness the game at its highest level in a setting distinct from traditional Major League parks.

Before the Major League stars took the field, the tournament saw four critical LLBWS games, all played under the high stakes of a double-elimination bracket leading up to the championship games on August 23.

Northwest Region vs. New England Region

The first match featured a tense showdown as the Northwest Region team, representing Washington, clashed with the New England Region team from Massachusetts. In a nail-biting, win-or-go-home scenario, Washington emerged victorious with a 3-2 win. The scoring was established early, with Colton Audette’s RBI single putting Washington in the lead 1-0. However, Massachusetts quickly turned the tables with a two-RBI hit from Sam Trotta.

Washington’s resilience shone through with an immediate response, as Cole Sehlin contributed an RBI and the team reclaimed the lead on a subsequent wild pitch. Sawyer Breed excelled on the mound, allowing just two runs and three hits, while striking out seven across five innings. Andrew Madsen wrapped up the game with a flawless sixth inning, securing the vital win for Washington.

Canada Region vs. Australia Region

The Canada Region team faced off against the Australia Region in another do-or-die matchup. Canada made a powerful statement, defeating Australia 12-0 to avoid elimination, buoyed by an outstanding pitching performance from Tyson Grimsrud-Ronse. Over four innings, Grimsrud-Ronse struck out five batters and issued only one walk, maintaining a no-hitter until the final inning, when Misha Lee brought the game to a close.

Offensively, Canada was equally impressive. They advanced their lead with key contributions, including a wild pitch and a single from Matthew Wong driving in two runs in the third inning. The fifth inning saw an explosion of scoring, where Canada racked up eight runs, highlighted by Arek Aubuchon’s perfect 2-for-2 performance with three RBIs, and multiple team members chalking up impressive contributions. This dominant performance reflects Canada’s determination to continue their tournament journey.