NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsAugust 14, 2026San Diego
Sweetwater Valley Little League team advances to World Series
The Sweetwater Valley Little League all-star team qualified for the Little League World Series after defeating the Kawaihau Community Little League 11-3 in the West Region Final. The team will travel to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, next week to compete in the tournament.
Read the full story at NBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsWhy It Matters
The Sweetwater Valley team is the first San Diego County squad to win the West Region title since 2016, representing the region in the national championship tournament.
Key Facts
- The Sweetwater Valley Little League team defeated Kawaihau Community Little League 11-3 in the West Region Final.
- The victory secures the team a spot in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA.
- The tournament is scheduled to take place next week.
- Sweetwater Valley is the first San Diego County team to win the West Region since 2016.
- Sweetwater Valley entered the final with a 14-0 record across four tournaments.
- The team outscored opponents 103-12 leading up to the final.
- Sweetwater Valley previously defeated Kawaihau Community 6-0 on the preceding Tuesday.
Who's Mentioned
organizationKawaihau Community Little League“The team from Kapaa, Hawaii, defeated in the West Region Final.”personIsaac Ramirez“Pitcher for the Sweetwater Valley team.”locationWilliamsport, PA“Host city for the Little League World Series.”organizationSweetwater Valley Little League“The winning team based in Bonita, California.”personViviana Aguilar“Commented on the team's success.”personDavid Cisneros“Commented on the team's aspirations.”locationSan Bernardino“Location of the West Region Final game.”