Boerne’s Historic LLWS Debut: First Game in Williamsport – How to Watch
Boerne Little League Team Heads to the World Series!
What’s Happening?
Imagine a group of kids from a small town in Texas playing baseball so well that they get to go to the biggest kids’ baseball tournament in the world! That’s exactly what’s happening with the Boerne Little League team. They’re packing their bags and heading to Williamsport, Pennsylvania for the Little League World Series.
Big News: Their first game is Friday at 2:00 PM Central Time!
How to Watch the Games
You don’t have to travel to Pennsylvania to cheer them on! Here are all the ways to watch:
TV Channels:
- ESPN
- ESPN2
- ESPNU
- ABC
Streaming Options:
- ESPN App
- Fubo
- Hulu + Live TV
- Sling TV
Pro Tip: Pick your favorite way to watch and get your snacks ready!
Boerne’s Rocky Road to Williamsport
Their journey wasn’t a straight line — it was more like a roller coaster! Here’s how it happened:
Step-by-Step Journey
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First Game Loss
- They lost their opening game to Lamar Little League (from Richmond) — score: 10-3
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Fighting Back in the Elimination Bracket
- Shut out Mississippi 10-0 (that means Mississippi didn’t score ANY runs!)
- Beat Lamar 3-2 in a rematch — sweet revenge!
- Beat Louisiana 4-1 to keep their tournament dreams alive
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Unexpected Twist: Tulsa Gets Disqualified
- Tulsa National Little League had won a game against Louisiana (3-2)
- But Little League International found out one of Tulsa’s players wasn’t allowed to play (they were "ineligible")
- Tulsa’s win was changed to a forfeit (automatic loss)
- This made the Boerne vs. Louisiana game the championship!
- Courtroom Drama
- Tulsa families got a temporary court order trying to force another championship game
- A McLennan County judge said "no" and dissolved the order
- Boerne’s ticket to Williamsport was officially confirmed!
Community Sendoff and Inspiration
Before the team left, the whole town came out to say goodbye!
Youngest Fans Leading the Cheer
- Liam Simmons and his sister Emma made handmade signs:
- "Go Boerne Go!"
- "Boerne Pride — World Series Bound"
- Emma said she was "very excited for the Boerne boys to win!"
Dreaming of the Future
- Amanda Greenberg brought her baby son to the send-off
- She hopes he’ll play for Boerne someday too!
- She called the players "the town’s team" and said: "We think this could be the year Boerne wins it all. We have faith in them!"
A Family Baseball Legacy
Here’s a cool connection: Liam and Emma’s grandfather, Ray Plumb, managed Houston’s Westbury American Little League team all the way to the 1966 World Championship!
- That’s one of only TWO Texas teams to ever win the Little League World Series
- Talk about baseball running in the family!
The Need for More Baseball Fields
Coach King pointed out something important during the send-off:
"We’ve got plenty of supply of kids but not enough supply of fields."
The community hopes this World Series run will:
- Inspire more kids to play baseball
- Show leaders that Boerne needs more fields and practice areas
- Get better resources for young players
First World Series Game Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, August 21 |
| Time | 2:00 PM Central Time |
| Stadium | Howard J. Lamade Stadium |
| Opponent | Winner of Southeast vs. Northwest region game |
| TV Channel | ESPN |
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
- Game Time: Friday at 2 PM Central — don’t miss it!
- Watch Anywhere: ESPN channels, ESPN App, or streaming services (Fubo, Hulu+Live TV, Sling)
- Underdog Story: Boerne lost their first game but fought ALL the way back through the elimination bracket
- Tulsa Disqualification: An ineligible player changed everything — Boerne became champs without a scheduled championship game
- Community United: The whole town is watching — "Every bar in the town has a watch party!"
- Legacy Continues: A 1966 champion’s grandchildren are cheering for this team
- Bigger Picture: This could help get more baseball fields built for Boerne kids
Summary
The Boerne Little League team is living every kid’s dream — they’re playing in the Little League World Series in Williamsport! After losing their first regional game, they won four straight elimination games and got a surprise boost when Tulsa was disqualified for using an ineligible player. A last-minute court challenge failed, and Boerne’s spot was secured.
The town came out in force to send them off — from toddlers with handmade signs to a grandmother whose dad won the whole thing in 1966. Everyone’s watching, hoping, and cheering: "Let’s go, Boerne, let’s go!"
Their first game is Friday at 2 PM Central on ESPN. Win or lose, these kids have already made their town proud!
FAQ
1. What is the Little League World Series?
It’s the biggest baseball tournament for kids ages 10-12 in the entire world! Teams from different countries and U.S. regions come to Williamsport, Pennsylvania to compete for the championship.
2. How did Boerne get there if they lost their first game?
They entered the "elimination bracket" — meaning "lose one more and you’re out." They won four games in a row to stay alive. Then Tulsa (another team) got disqualified, which made Boerne’s next game the championship — and they won it!
3. Why was Tulsa disqualified?
Little League International discovered one of Tulsa’s players didn’t meet the eligibility rules (maybe they lived in the wrong area or were too old). That player had played in earlier tournament games, so Tulsa’s wins were erased.
4. Can I watch the games for free?
You need a cable login for ESPN channels or a subscription to streaming services like Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, or Sling TV. Some offer free trials — check their websites!
5. What happens if Boerne wins their first World Series game?
They keep playing! The tournament is double-elimination at this stage too. They’d advance to play another winner, getting closer to the championship game on August 31st.