The Little League World Series began yesterday in Williamsport. In the United States bracket -Tennessee defeated Massachusetts 5-3. Hawaii defeated Washington 11-1. The opening game of the day saw Curacao defeat Nicaragua 2-0 in the International Bracket. Canada defeated Australia 7-0.
Among the games today will be the team from Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania facing the team from Texas at 7pm. The games are being televised on ESPN.
Positive news surrounding the 12-year old boy who was critically injured after falling out of bed in Williamsport. He was awake following head surgery and was able to communicate with doctors and family. The youth from Utah received a video of encouragement from Los Angeles Dodgers star outfielder Mookie Betts.