Irmo All-Stars Set for Little League World Series Debut

Williamsport, Pennsylvania, August 14, 2025

News Summary

The Irmo All-Stars are gearing up for their first game in the Little League World Series against the Braintree American team from New England. Having claimed the Southeast Region championship, the team aims to make a significant impact in this prestigious tournament, marking South Carolina’s return since 2015. The match takes place at Lamade Stadium, with local support rallying behind this talented group of 12-year-olds, led by Coach David Bogan.

Williamsport, Pennsylvania – The Irmo All-Stars proudly prepare for their debut in the Little League World Series, where they will compete against Braintree American, champions from the New England Region, on Thursday at 3 p.m. The game will take place at Lamade Stadium and marks a significant milestone for South Carolina, which has not had a representative in the tournament since the Taylors team in 2015.

The Irmo All-Stars earned their spot in the World Series by triumphing as the Southeast Region champions. Their pivotal victory came in a nail-biting championship match against the defending champions, Lake Mary from Florida, where Irmo completed a stunning comeback with five runs in the bottom of the sixth inning. This dramatic finish ended with a game-winning three-run double hit by Brady Westbrooks for a walk-off win, securing the title. Irmo’s performance throughout the Southeast Region tournament showcased their resilience as they previously defeated Virginia 5-4

In the Little League World Series, a total of 20 teams will participate, including 10 from the U.S. and 10 international teams, all vying for the championship in a double-elimination format. After their match against Braintree American, should Irmo win, they are set to face the winner of the Northwest/Mountain game on Monday at 3 p.m. Conversely, a loss would send them against the loser of the Southwest/Metro matchup on Saturday at 3 p.m. The tournament concludes with the U.S. and International championship games, scheduled for August 23, followed by the overall championship game on August 24.

All players on the Irmo All-Stars team are 12 years old, the maximum age for participation in the Little League World Series. The team comprises players from Richland and Lexington counties, representing the Irmo Little League community, situated approximately 15 miles northwest of Columbia, the state capital. The team is led by head coach David Bogan, who has dedicated 12 years to the Irmo Little League program. The All-Stars were selected from a pool of around 60 players, highlighting the depth of talent in the community.

This summer has been exceptional for the Irmo Little League, with five different teams from their league winning state championships. Irmo’s success has garnered local support, including congratulatory messages from Governor Henry McMaster and U.S. Senator Tim Scott via social media. Additionally, the Irmo All-Stars have entered the tournament with strong odds, having the second-best chance (+200) to win the U.S. bracket, just behind Hawaii (+150).

Games throughout the Little League World Series will be broadcast on ESPN, with streaming available through the ESPN app and Fubo. In addition, each team is allocated 50 tickets for family and friends to support them during the series.

Key Matches and Format

• First Game: Irmo All-Stars vs. Braintree American on Thursday at 3 p.m.
• Potential Next Matches:
  • Win: Against winner of Northwest/Mountain on Monday at 3 p.m.
  • Loss: Against loser of Southwest/Metro on Saturday at 3 p.m.

Team Background

• Location: Irmo, South Carolina
• Created: From about 60 players
• Coaching: Head coach David Bogan with 12 years of involvement

Community Impact

• Strong Community Support: Family members and community officials show enthusiasm for the team.
• Governor and Senator Support: Local leaders publicly recognized the team.

Broadcast Information

• Network: ESPN
• Streaming: ESPN app and Fubo

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Additional Resources

• WIS News: Irmo Takes Little League World Series
• Wikipedia: Little League World Series
• CBS Sports: Little League World Series 2025
• Google Search: Little League World Series 2025
• Sun Gazette: Irmo’s Run to LLWS
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Little League World Series
• WLTX: Irmo SC Little League World Series
• Google News: Irmo Little League

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