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The South Carolina District 1 host team gears up for the Senior League Baseball World Series, showcasing young talent from across the globe. Kicking off soon, the tournament will see local players face off against teams from the U.S. and internationally. With twelve teams participating and a focus on fostering competition and teamwork, local fans are eager to support their athletes. This year’s series promises a spirited display of baseball skills, camaraderie, and community pride.
Easley, South Carolina – The South Carolina District 1 host team is set to participate in the Senior League Baseball World Series, which kicks off on July 26, 2025, at the JB “Red” Owens Sports Complex in Easley. This year’s tournament will feature the top 13-16-year-old baseball players from the United States and around the world, with the first game for the host team scheduled for 7:30 PM against Spring Valley Little League from Spring Valley, California.
The local team includes six players from Laurens County: Angel Vargas, Tristan Buzbee, Logan Martin, Zack Lawson, and William Addison. The overall roster for the South Carolina District 1 team consists of 16 players and is managed by George Turmon, with Dean Hall serving as a coach. Other players include Bradley Runion from Pendleton, Carson Bibb from Walhalla, Collin Phillips from Walhalla, Graham Campbell from West Oak, Jake Hart from Wren, Levi Holcombe from Easley, Noah Dubovich from TL Hanna, Noah Hughes from Laurens, Pearce Thompson from Wren, Tobie Lowe from Daniel, and Tripp Garrett from Powdersville.
This year’s series will feature twelve teams, divided into six from the U.S. and six international teams. The U.S. representatives include teams from Burbank, Illinois; Dubois, Pennsylvania; Irmo, South Carolina; Victoria, Texas; and Spring Valley, California. The international representation includes squads from Guam, Perth in Australia, Mirabel in Canada, Guaynabo in Puerto Rico, Brno in Czechia, and Tamaulipas in Mexico.
Notably, the tournament will be missing a team from Venezuela, the Cacique Mara Little League, which has been denied visas for its players. The visa denial is attributed to a presidential order restricting entry from certain countries, including Venezuela. To address this absence, the tournament committee has invited the Santa Maria de Aguayo Little League from Mexico, the second-place team from the Latin America region, to join the competition instead.
The Senior League Baseball World Series will take place between July 26 and August 2 and marks a continuation of Easley’s role as the tournament host city, a position it has held since 2017 following the event’s relocation from Bangor, Maine. The games will be streamed live on ESPN+, with the championship matchup scheduled to air nationally on ESPN.
The weather forecast for the opening day includes a mix of sun and clouds, with a high of 94°F and light southwest winds between 5 to 10 mph. There is a possibility of a stray shower or thunderstorm during the day, increasing excitement as local fans prepare for the competition. As evening approaches, skies are expected to clear, leading to a comfortable overnight low of 73°F, allowing for a pleasant experience for players and spectators alike.
This year’s Senior League Baseball World Series promises to be an exciting event, showcasing young talent from various regions while emphasizing the spirit of competition and teamwork. As the South Carolina District 1 host team prepares for its opening game, fans are eager to support their local players in what is anticipated to be a memorable tournament.
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