The Path to Glory: Who Will Reach the Finals?
Crucial Matchups: Puerto Rico vs. New Jersey
Following a narrow 2-0 defeat to Kentucky, the Puerto Rican team finds itself in a precarious position, facing elimination if they lose their next game against New Jersey. A victory would not only keep their hopes alive but could also set the stage for a dramatic rematch with Kentucky, adding another layer of excitement to the tournament.
The Purple Bracket Battle: Florida vs. Washington
In the Purple Bracket, Florida and Washington are set to clash in another high-stakes game, with the winner advancing to face North Carolina in the semifinals. This isn't their first encounter; Florida previously dominated Washington with a commanding 14-0 win in the opening game. The upcoming match will reveal if Washington can turn the tables or if Florida will maintain its winning streak.
Daily Updates and Live Coverage
USA TODAY Sports will provide continuous live coverage and updates from the Little League Softball World Series in Greenville, North Carolina. Fans are encouraged to check back regularly for the latest scores, highlights, and insights from all the games.
Viewing Information for the World Series
For those eager to catch every pitch and play, here is the full schedule for August 7, 2026, including broadcast details:
All times listed are Eastern Time and are accurate as of Friday, August 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET.
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3 p.m. ET: Florida vs. Washington (Purple Bracket) – Broadcast on ESPN
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6 p.m. ET: Puerto Rico vs. New Jersey (Orange Bracket) – Broadcast on ESPN
Fans can also stream all Little League Softball World Series games via Fubo.
Current Scores: New Jersey vs. Puerto Rico
As of now, the game between New Jersey and Puerto Rico is underway with no scores yet recorded:
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Puerto Rico: 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | = 0 | 0 | 0
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New Jersey: 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | = 0 | 0 | 0
Current Scores: Florida vs. Washington
Similarly, the game between Florida and Washington has also commenced, with both teams currently scoreless:
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Florida: 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | = 0 | 0 | 0
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Washington: 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | = 0 | 0 | 0
August 6 Game Results
Here are the results from the games played on August 6:
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(Purple Bracket) North Carolina 5, Florida 2 (FINAL)
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(Orange Bracket) Kentucky 2, Puerto Rico 0 (FINAL)
Tournament Overview: Schedule and Brackets
Gabe Zaldivar provided this overview on August 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
The Little League Softball World Series runs from August 2-9, with games broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC. Streaming options are available through ESPN+ and Fubo. All games are held in Greenville, North Carolina.
Orange Bracket Teams
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Asia-Pacific Regional Champion: Kinki Softball Little League (Sango, Japan)
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Central Regional Champion: Daviess County Little League (Owensboro, Kentucky)
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Latin America Regional Champion: Guayama Softball Little League (Guayama, Puerto Rico)
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Mid-Atlantic Regional Champion: Toms River Little League (Toms River, New Jersey)
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New England Regional Champion: Bristol Girls Softball Little League (Bristol, Connecticut)
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West Regional Champion: Live Oak Little League (Live Oak, California)
Purple Bracket Teams
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Canada Regional Champion: OnField Little League (Repentigny, Quebec)
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Europe & Africa Regional Champion: Emilia Romagna Little League (Bologna, Italy)
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North Carolina Regional Champion: Johnston County Little League (Clayton, North Carolina)
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Northwest Regional Champion: Snohomish Little League (Snohomish, Washington)
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Southeast Regional Champion: Lake Mary Little League (Lake Mary, Florida)
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Southwest Regional Champion: Greater Helotes Little League (Helotes, Texas)
