How to watch the Little League World Series game with Iowa vs. Nevada

The Davenport Northwest Little League of Davenport, Iowa, remains in contention for the Little League World Series (LLWS) after securing a spot in the tournament. The team is set to face the Nevada-based Paseo Verde Little League in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, August 26 at 2 p.m. CT. A victory would propel them to the U.S. championship game. This marks Iowa's 16th appearance in the LLWS, with their first since 2022, as the state continues its pursuit of its maiden title.

Paseo Verde, representing the Mountain Region, has been on a roll, securing a 5-0 win over Washington on August 23. The team's manager is Mark Erwin, and they have advanced to the LLWS for the first time in over two decades. Iowa's journey to the LLWS culminated in a 4-0 record in the Midwest Region tournament.

Pitcher Anthony Johnson Jr. has been the standout player for Davenport, earning the game's MVP honors by striking out 15 batters and limiting the opposing team to only one hit and a walk. Johnson also contributed significantly with two hits of his own, including a game-winning three-run homer in the sixth inning. His father, Anthony Johnson Sr., is an assistant coach for the team.

The Davenport Northwest Little League is currently 2-0 in the LLWS, with their last win coming against Bayonne (New Jersey) by a score of 6-0 on August 23.