Reaching the Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is the ultimate goal of teams across the United States and world every summer, but accomplishing that goal means navigating a challenging regional path.

The 2025 Little League World Series is here -- with some of the best young baseball and softball players in the country. The Little League Baseball World Series (LLBWS) and the Little League Softball World Series (LLSWS) will showcase a field of 20 and 12 teams, respectively.