Warner Robins, Georgia, August 17, 2025

News Summary

The Irmo Little League baseball team has made history by advancing to the Little League World Series after a thrilling comeback victory against Florida. Trailing 4-0 in the final inning, Irmo’s Brady Westbrooks delivered a walk-off three-run double, securing a 5-4 win. This marks Irmo’s first World Series appearance, following several past attempts. Their campaign continued with a dominant 13-0 victory over Braintree, demonstrating their strong performance. The championship games are set to begin soon, with the team aiming for further success.

Irmo, South Carolina: Little League Team Advances to World Series after Thrilling Comeback Win Over Florida

The Irmo Little League baseball team has made history by advancing to the Little League World Series following a dramatic comeback victory against the defending champions from Lake Murray, Florida. The decisive game took place on August 6 in Warner Robins, Georgia, where Irmo triumphed with a score of 5-4.

With Irmo trailing 4-0 entering the final inning, the odds were stacked against them. Jacob Brown, the starting pitcher, struggled early in the game, walking two batters and reaching his pitch limit after recording just one out. In relief, the subsequent pitcher faced difficulties, leading to additional walks and hits that contributed to Florida’s lead.

Despite the precarious situation, Irmo showed resilience by loading the bases in the final inning. In a moment that would become the highlight of the game, Brady Westbrooks stepped up to the plate and delivered a stunning walk-off three-run double, clinching both the victory and a coveted spot in the Little League World Series held in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This win eliminated Florida from the tournament, ending their undefeated run at 3-0.

This marks the first time Irmo’s Little League team has advanced to the World Series, following several attempts in previous years. They become the fourth team from South Carolina to reach this milestone, with the last team achieving such a feat in 2015.

The championship bracket games at the Little League World Series are scheduled to begin on August 13, with the finals taking place on August 24. Notably, the Seattle Mariners and New York Mets will participate in the Little League Classic on August 17, in collaboration with Major League Baseball.

In their subsequent game, Irmo faced off against the Northeast Region champions, Braintree, where they continued their impressive run with a dominant 13-0 victory. Joe Giulietti made headlines by pitching 3.1 innings without allowing any hits while striking out eight batters. Adding to the team’s offense, Giulietti also hit a grand slam, leading to an early termination of the game due to the mercy rule after only four innings.

Looking ahead, Irmo is set to play against the winner of the Northwest versus Mountain region game on August 17, continuing their pursuit of Little League glory.

Summary of Key Details:

• Irmo Little League baseball team defeated Florida 5-4 to advance to the Little League World Series.
• Game took place on August 6 in Warner Robins, Georgia.
• Irmo overcame a 4-0 deficit in the final inning.
• Brady Westbrooks’ walk-off double secured the victory.
• This is Irmo’s first advancement to the Little League World Series.
• Championship bracket games start August 13; finals on August 24.
• Irmo won 13-0 in their debut game against Braintree.

Background Context:

The Little League World Series is an annual baseball tournament for young athletes, showcasing talents from around the world. Each year, regional competitions determine which teams will advance to the World Series, celebrated for its spirited competition and camaraderie among participants.

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• WLTX News
• Wikipedia: Little League World Series
• The State News
• Google Search: Little League World Series
• ABC Columbia
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball

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