Braintree, Massachusetts, August 15, 2025

News Summary

The Braintree American 12A Little League team suffered a 13-0 defeat against Irmo, South Carolina in their first game at the Little League World Series. Irmo’s standout pitcher, Joe Giulietti, dominated with no-hit pitching and a grand slam. Despite a strong summer leading to the tournament, Braintree now faces elimination against Richmond, Texas in their next game. The local community remains supportive as they prepare for their must-win matchup.

Braintree, Massachusetts

The Braintree American 12A Little League team faced a challenging start to their Little League World Series journey, suffering a 13-0 loss against Irmo, South Carolina, in their inaugural game held in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This defeat marks the team’s first loss of the summer after a remarkable undefeated season leading up to the tournament.

Irmo’s victory was powered by standout performances, particularly from their starting pitcher Joe Giulietti, who delivered an impressive 3.1 innings of no-hit pitching, striking out eight batters during the game. Highlighting his exceptional performance, Giulietti also hit a grand slam in the bottom of the second inning, contributing to a dominant six-run inning for Irmo.

While Braintree managed to secure its only hit in the top of the fourth inning thanks to Coleman Gouthro, who lined a single to left off reliever Brody Miller, they could not muster enough offense to avoid an early end to the game due to the mercy rule. Braintree’s inability to score four or more runs in the fourth inning sealed their fate.

As a result of this loss, Braintree has now moved into the elimination bracket and is scheduled to face Richmond, Texas, on Saturday at 3 PM. Richmond previously suffered a narrow defeat, losing 1-0 to Fairfield, Connecticut.

Braintree’s journey to the Little League World Series has been remarkable, entering the tournament after an undefeated summer which included victories in the District 8 tournament, Section 2 tournament, and the Massachusetts state tournament. Their strong performance continued in the New England Regionals, where they recorded impressive shutout wins against Maine (15-0) and Vermont (10-0), as well as a thrilling extra-innings win against Bedford, New Hampshire. Out of over 6,000 teams across the country, Braintree emerged as one of only 10 teams to advance to this prestigious tournament.

The atmosphere back in Braintree has been electric, with local businesses rallying to support the team by hosting watch parties throughout the game. The local community expressed their pride in the team’s accomplishments, recognizing the historic nature of Braintree’s participation in the World Series. This marks the first time a Massachusetts team has reached Williamsport since Middleboro in 2022.

Braintree’s General Manager expressed pride in the players for their hard work and dedication leading up to the series. As they prepare for their must-win matchup against Richmond, the community is uniting in support, hoping for a strong comeback.

Key Statistics from the Game

• Final Score: Braintree 0, Irmo, SC 13
• Hits: Braintree 1, Irmo 12
• Strikeouts by Joe Giulietti: 8
• Grand Slam by Joe Giulietti: Yes
• Next Game: Braintree vs. Richmond, Texas
• Upcoming Game Time: Saturday, 3 PM

Background Information

The Braintree American 12A Little League team has been a source of pride for the local community, proving their skill and resilience over the summer season, which culminated in their appearance on the national stage. As they gear up for their next challenge, fans and supporters remain hopeful for a turnaround in their championship chase.

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Additional Resources

• The Boston Globe
• WCVB
• NBC Boston
• CBS News
• Boston.com
• Wikipedia: Little League World Series
• Google Search: Braintree Little League World Series
• Google Scholar: Braintree Little League
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Little League World Series
• Google News: Braintree Little League

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