Watch Brooks Cameron's walk-off hit to keep Alabama alive in Little League World Series

In the seventh inning of the second elimination game in the Little League World Series, Phenix City's Brooks Cameron stepped up to bat and uttered only three words to ESPN reporter Jess Sims: "Hit the ball." He delivered on that promise, smashing an RBI single up the middle that secured a thrilling 6-5 walk-off victory for Phenix City over the West Chester, Pennsylvania All-Stars. This win preserved Alabama's first appearance in the Little League World Series since 1999.

Following a loss to Washington in the opener, every subsequent game for Phenix City was a must-win scenario. The Alabama team found themselves trailing 5-0 in the third inning, but they refused to give up. Kinley Rasmus stepped in and turned the game around, culminating in Cameron's dramatic walk-off hit.

Cameron's journey to that swing was marked by a team comeback. The team rallied once Rasmus took over on the mound, a feat Cameron attributed to the "energy in the dugout." When Cameron crossed home plate for the winning run, hugs and cheers erupted, revealing a field of players, including Urijah Berklite, celebrating with Cameron. His bleach-blond hair matched that of several other Phenix City players who enveloped him in the jubilant celebration.

Following the victory, Cameron appeared overwhelmed during his postgame interview, struggling to find the words to describe the incredible win. The excitement remained palpable as Phenix City prepared for their next elimination game against Washington, scheduled for 2 p.m. CT on Tuesday, August 25.