Media falls to Texas baseball team 2-1 in opening round of Little League World Series
The final score in Williamsport, Pa., came out 2-1.
MEDIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Media's Little League baseball team fell to a team from Needville, Texas, on Wednesday night during their first game in the Little League World Series.
The final score in Williamsport, Pa., came out 2-1.
This is not the end for the Delaware County kids, however.
The Media Little League team now drops down to the elimination bracket and will take on the losing team in the Northwest vs. New England game, which is on Sunday.
The underdogs will then have a chance to take on the winning team from another bracket if they advance far enough.
Their next game will be on Saturday at 2 p.m.
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Despite the tough loss, fans far and wide gathered in Delaware County to cheer on their favorite Little League team Wednesday night.
Many gathered at local bars and restaurants to watch the game that started at 7 p.m.
"We are so excited. We watched every single game and the fact that this is happening in our small town is the best thing ever," said Debbie Brown from Media.
Media was one of 20 teams who made it to the mound this year.
"We are so proud of the boys and the coaches and everyone involved," said Brown.
Many fans told Action News this tournament is a special moment they will never forget.
Some watched because they played in the town's Little League when they were younger and wanted to cheer on the next generation.
"I played Little League ball when I was little," said Terry Alyanakian from Media. "It's a lot of fun and you can see everyone is joining in."
Others say they just simply love the sport and were eager to support the kids from Delaware County.
"It just brings the community together. It's so much fun, we love it. Let's go Media, baby!" said Matt Morris from Media.
For one woman, the game was a pleasant distraction from plans that had fallen through.
"I was supposed to be at the Bruce Springsteen concert," said Barbara Bacchia from Media. "But this is okay, we'll get over that. Now we'll get a chance to watch the game! We're excited."
The team's skills have put them on the map, and residents are hopeful it's enough to bring home the gold.
"They're going all the way!" said Brown.
