Little League World Series Day 5 Recap: Drama Unfolds!
Day 5 of the 2025 Little League World Series (LLWS) delivered a thrilling slate of games, filled with nail-biting finishes and dominant performances. Four elimination games took place on Sunday, August 17th, showcasing the passion and talent of young baseball players from around the globe.
US Bracket: Washington Edges Out Massachusetts
The day began with a tight contest between Washington (Northwest region) and Massachusetts (New England). In a closely fought battle, Bonney Lake, Washington, emerged victorious with a 3-2 win over Braintree, Massachusetts. This win keeps Washington's championship dreams alive as they advance further in the tournament.
International Bracket: Canada Dominates Australia
In a stark contrast to the first game, Canada delivered a decisive blow in the International bracket, routing Australia 12-0 in just five innings. This dominant performance showcased Canada's offensive firepower and solid pitching, sending a strong message to the other teams in the International bracket.
Hawaii Cruises Past Illinois
Hawaii (West region) demonstrated their strength with a commanding 9-1 victory over Illinois (Great Lakes region). The team from Clarendon Hills, Illinois, saw their tournament journey come to an end as Hawaii's offense proved too much to handle.
Mexico Secures Walk-Off Win Against Panama
The final game of the day provided the most dramatic moment, as Mexico secured a thrilling walk-off win against Panama. Xavier Nolasco's clutch hit drove in Iker Castaneda in the bottom of the sixth inning, securing a 2-1 victory for Mexico and eliminating Panama from the tournament.
The winning teams now have a well-deserved day off before returning to the field on Tuesday, August 19th. The intensity is sure to ramp up as the tournament progresses towards the championship.
- Game 17 (U.S.): Washington 3, Massachusetts 2
- Game 18 (International): Canada 12, Australia 0
- Game 19 (U.S.): Hawaii 9, Illinois 1
- Game 20 (International): Mexico 2, Panama 1