Irmo, South Carolina, August 19, 2025
News Summary
The Irmo Little League baseball team suffered a difficult 1-0 defeat against Summerlin South in an extra inning match at the Little League World Series. Despite an outstanding pitching performance from Joe Giulietti, the team struggled with clutch hits, leaving nine runners on base before falling to the loser’s bracket. The next game against Hawaii is scheduled for Tuesday at 3 p.m., and will be televised on ESPN. Coach Dan Bogan remains focused on overcoming challenges as the tournament progresses.
Irmo, South Carolina – The Irmo Little League baseball team faced a heart-wrenching defeat against Nevada’s Summerlin South, losing 1-0 in an extra-inning game at Lamade Stadium in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This loss relegates Irmo to the loser’s bracket of the Little League World Series (LLWS), where they will now prepare for an elimination game against Hawaii scheduled for Tuesday at 3 p.m. This pivotal match will be broadcast live on ESPN.
The contest was characterized as a pitchers’ duel between Irmo’s Joe Giulietti and Summerlin South’s Garrett Gallegos. Giulietti delivered an exceptional performance, pitching six no-hit innings, striking out 12 batters and issuing only one walk. His impeccable performance earned him a standing ovation as he exited the game. Throughout the LLWS, Giulietti has not allowed a hit in 9.1 innings while recording a remarkable total of 20 strikeouts.
On the other mound, Gallegos managed to pitch 5.1 innings for Summerlin South, allowing five hits, walking one, and also striking out 12 batters. The game remained scoreless until the seventh inning, during which Irmo advanced a runner to third base but was unable to capitalize on the opportunity to bring home the winning run. The decisive moment came in the bottom of the seventh, when an error allowed Summerlin South to score the game-winning run.
Throughout the match, Irmo left nine runners on base, struggling to deliver clutch hits at critical moments, a factor that ultimately determined their fate in the game. This loss marks the second instance where Irmo has found itself in the loser’s bracket during the playoffs. The team had previously shown resilience, winning two straight games to claim the Southeast Region title.
Looking ahead, coach Dan Bogan confirmed that Westbrooks will take the mound against Hawaii in the upcoming elimination game. Bogan emphasized the team’s focus on taking “one game at a time” as they navigate the challenges of the tournament. Support for the team has also come from local figures, including South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley, who reached out with a message of encouragement via iPad prior to the game.
Irmo initially secured their spot in the LLWS with a commanding 13-0 victory against New England in their first tournament match. As they face elimination, the players are not only preparing for their upcoming game but are also keeping up with their studies, with some engaging in schoolwork while traveling for the tournament.
As Irmo gears up for their critical matchup against Hawaii, the team is determined to rebound from their recent setback and continue their pursuit of a prestigious Little League World Series title.
FAQs
When and where will Irmo’s next game take place?
Irmo’s next game is scheduled for Tuesday at 3 p.m. against Hawaii and will be broadcast on ESPN.
Who pitched during Irmo’s game against Summerlin South?
Joe Giulietti was the starting pitcher for Irmo, while Garrett Gallegos pitched for Summerlin South.
What was the outcome of the game between Irmo and Summerlin South?
Irmo lost to Summerlin South 1-0 in an extra-inning game.
Key Features of the Game
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | Irmo 0 – Summerlin South 1 |
| Key Pitchers | Joe Giulietti (Irmo), Garrett Gallegos (Summerlin South) |
| Strikeouts | Joe Giulietti: 12, Garrett Gallegos: 12 |
| Next Game | Irmo vs. Hawaii |
| Time of Next Game | Tuesday at 3 p.m. |
| Broadcast | ESPN |
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Additional Resources
- WISTV: Irmo Looks to Advance in Little League World Series
- WLTX: Irmo Little League Homework and Homeruns
- The State: Irmo Faces Summerlin South
- Cola Daily: Irmo Opens LLWS with 13-0 Win
- WISTV: Irmo Looks to Continue Their Hot Streak
- Wikipedia: Little League World Series
- Google Search: Irmo Little League World Series
- Google Scholar: Little League World Series
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Little League World Series
- Google News: Irmo Little League
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