Irmo Little League Achieves Comeback Victory Against Midwest

Irmo, South Carolina, August 22, 2025

News Summary

The Irmo Little League team staged an incredible comeback, scoring six runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to defeat Midwest 7-6 and advance in the Little League World Series. Trailing 6-1 at one point, Irmo’s resilience shone through as they rallied during the final inning to clinch a thrilling victory, powered by crucial hits and determined teamwork. They now head into the US semifinals with an impressive postseason record.

Irmo, South Carolina – The Irmo Little League team achieved an incredible comeback victory against Midwest, scoring six runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to win the game 7-6, thereby advancing in the Little League World Series. The thrilling showdown took place as Irmo, representing the Southeast, faced off against the Midwest region in a high-stakes contest.

Irmo found itself trailing 6-1 at the top of the seventh inning after a strong offensive display from Midwest, which had initially led with a single run in the first inning. However, in a dramatic turn of events, Irmo rallied back, showcasing resilience and determination to tie the game in the sixth inning before ultimately securing the victory in the final inning.

The pivotal moment came during the bottom of the sixth when Irmo’s Ryder Tillitz hit a crucial line-drive single that loaded the bases, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. Following a walk from Jacob Gibson that allowed Brady Westbrooks to score, the game intensified, heading into extra innings after a flyout from Palmer Steele kept the momentum alive.

Midwest took a commanding lead in the top of the seventh inning, scoring five runs and pushing the score to 6-1. Despite the daunting deficit, Irmo began its comeback effort with two walks followed by a fly ball single from Sutton Gravelle, which brought in Palmer Steele. Brayden Gerard then doubled, allowing Ethan Bennett to cross home plate, narrowing the score to 6-3. Soon after, back-to-back walks set up an opportunity for Irmo to further cut into the deficit, leading to two more runs and bringing the score to 6-5.

In a thrilling finale, Andrew Bogan hit a walk-off double that scored two runs, clinching the victory for Irmo. This win propels Irmo into the US semifinals, where they will face off against the Mountain region at 7 p.m. on Thursday. The team’s impressive record this postseason now stands at 13-2.

Earlier in the tournament, Irmo had defeated the West region champions from Honolulu, Hawaii, in a dominant performance, winning 3-0. Irmo’s pitcher Brady Westbrooks had a standout game, striking out six batters, while Andrew Bogan contributed with a 2 RBI single. Another noteworthy match for Irmo was against Summerlin South from Nevada, where pitcher Joe Giulietti threw a six-inning no-hitter but the team suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 loss.

With their remarkable ability to bounce back from tough situations, the Irmo Little League team showcases the spirit of determination and teamwork that is often seen in youth sports, providing thrilling moments for fans and players alike. As they prepare for their next game, expectations will be high for Irmo’s talented roster to continue their successful run in the tournament.

Upcoming Matches

Irmo’s next match will take place against the Mountain region at 7 p.m. on Thursday. A previous match included a victory against the West Region champions from Honolulu which set the tone for Irmo’s strong showing in the playoffs.

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