Sunday’s Action at the 2026 Little League World Series Regionals
What Are Regionals?
Think of the Little League World Series (LLWS) like a giant tree. The Regionals are the big branches. Before teams can go to the famous tournament in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, they have to win their own regional tournament.
- United States is split into 10 regions (like Mid-Atlantic, West, Southeast, etc.).
- International teams play in their own regions (like Canada, Japan, Europe, etc.).
- Each region holds a mini-tournament. The winner gets a "Golden Ticket" to Williamsport.
ELI5: Imagine a school spelling bee. First, you compete in your classroom (Regionals). If you win, you go to the school-wide bee (Williamsport).
Completed Games (Final Scores)
These games finished on Sunday. The winners move on; the losers might get a second chance in a double-elimination bracket (meaning you have to lose twice to be out).
| Region |
Matchup |
Score |
Notes |
| Mid-Atlantic |
Washington, D.C. vs. Maryland |
7–6 |
D.C. wins a nail-biter! |
| Midwest |
North Dakota vs. Nebraska |
8–4 |
North Dakota takes the first game. |
| Canada |
Alberta vs. Quebec |
12–5 |
Alberta rolls to a big win. |
| Canada |
Atlantic vs. Prairies |
9–0 |
Atlantic shuts out the Prairies. |
Games Still to Come (Sunday Schedule)
All times are Eastern Time (ET). Games marked ESPN+ need a subscription; ESPN is on regular cable.
Mid-Atlantic Region
- Pennsylvania vs. Delaware – 1:00 p.m. | ESPN+
West Region
- Northern California vs. Southern California – 3:00 p.m. | ESPN+
- Arizona vs. Hawaii – 6:00 p.m. | ESPN+
Midwest Region
- Minnesota vs. Kansas – 1:30 p.m. | ESPN+
- Wyoming vs. Colorado – 9:00 p.m. | ESPN+
Southeast Region
- Florida vs. Alabama – 2:00 p.m. | ESPN (regular TV)
- Tennessee vs. South Carolina – 5:00 p.m. | ESPN+
New England Region
- New Hampshire vs. Maine – 4:00 p.m. | ESPN+
Southwest Region
- Louisiana vs. Oklahoma – 4:00 p.m. | ESPN (regular TV)
- Texas East vs. Texas West – 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+
Great Lakes Region
- Indiana vs. Ohio – 4:30 p.m. | ESPN+
- Michigan vs. Illinois – 7:30 p.m. | ESPN+
New England Region (continued)
- Rhode Island vs. Connecticut – 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+
Canada Region
- Host vs. British Columbia – 4:00 p.m. | (Channel TBD)
How to Watch
- ESPN – Standard cable/satellite/streaming packages (YouTube TV, Hulu + Live, etc.).
- ESPN+ – Separate subscription ($10.99/mo or $109.99/yr). You can watch on the ESPN app, website, or smart TV.
- Official LLWS Website – LittleLeague.org has live stats, brackets, and replays.
IMPORTANT: Game times can change due to weather or extra innings. Always check the official site for the latest updates.
What Happens Next?
The Path to Williamsport (Numbered Steps)
- Regionals continue through August 11–14. Each region crowns one champion.
- 10 U.S. champions + 10 International champions = 20 teams total.
- All 20 teams travel to Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
- 2026 Little League World Series runs August 19 – August 30.
- Two brackets (U.S. and International) play down to one winner each.
- U.S. Champion vs. International Champion in the Championship Game on August 30.
Important Dates to Remember
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
- Regional Finals: August 11–14
- Teams Arrive in Williamsport: ~August 17
- LLWS Opening Ceremony: August 19
- Championship Game: August 30 (ABC/ESPN)
Summary
- Sunday kicked off the Mid-Atlantic and West regionals, meaning every region is now playing.
- Four games are already in the books (D.C., North Dakota, Alberta, Atlantic won).
- 15 more games are scheduled for Sunday across the U.S. and Canada.
- Winners advance to Williamsport for the big show starting August 19.
- Watch on ESPN or ESPN+; check the official site for brackets and updates.
FAQ
Q: What is "double elimination"?
A: A team has to lose two games to be knocked out. One loss sends them to the "loser’s bracket" where they can still fight back to the final.
Q: Why are there two Texas teams (East and West)?
A: Texas is so big and has so many Little Leagues that it gets two spots in the Southwest Region.
Q: Can I watch games for free?
A: Games on ESPN are free with a cable/streaming login. ESPN+ requires a paid subscription. Some highlights are free on the Little League website.
Q: How old are the players?
A: All players are 10 to 12 years old (League Age 12 and under).
Q: Where is Williamsport?
A: It’s a small city in north-central Pennsylvania, about 3 hours from Philadelphia and 4 hours from Pittsburgh. It’s been the home of the LLWS since 1947.