July 25, 2025

Senior League Baseball World Series Set for Easley

News Summary

The Senior League Baseball World Series will be hosted in Easley, South Carolina, featuring 12 teams, including U.S. and international participants. This change follows the withdrawal of Venezuela’s Cacique Mara Little League due to visa issues. The SC District 1 team, comprised of local players, will kick off the tournament against California’s Spring Valley Little League. The event promises to showcase young talent while navigating travel challenges, highlighting the spirit of international competition.

Easley, South Carolina

The Senior League Baseball World Series is set to take place from July 26 to August 2, 2025, in Easley, South Carolina, after recent developments led to changes in participating teams. The tournament will feature a total of 12 teams, with six from the United States and six international teams competing for the championship.

Initially, the Cacique Mara Little League from Venezuela was scheduled to compete in the tournament but was forced to withdraw due to visa issues. The team’s visa denial has been linked to a recent policy issued by President Donald Trump, which restricts entry from certain nations. In response to this development, Little League International has announced that the Santa Maria de Aguayo Little League from Victoria, Mexico, will replace Venezuela, ensuring that the Latin American region remains represented in the competition.

The tournament is aimed at young players aged 13 to 16 years, providing an elite platform for emerging talent in baseball. The host team representing South Carolina, known as SC District 1, includes six players from Laurens County. This group of talented athletes includes Angel Vargas, Tristan Buzbee, Logan Martin, Zack Lawson, William Addison, and Noah Hughes. This team will open the tournament on July 26 at 7:30 PM, facing off against Spring Valley Little League from Spring Valley, California.

The comprehensive roster for SC District 1 features 16 players, all of whom were selected during an open tryout process, showcasing the competitive nature of the selection. Other states represented in the tournament encompass a wide array of talent from across the United States, including teams from Illinois (Central Region), Pennsylvania (East Region), South Carolina (Southeast Region), Texas (Southwest Region), and California (West Region).

In addition to the U.S. teams, international participation will also feature teams from Guam, Australia, Canada, Puerto Rico, the Czech Republic, and Mexico, creating a diverse atmosphere for the competition. This year’s tournament promises to showcase an exciting mix of local and international talent, making it a significant event for players and fans alike.

All tournament games will be broadcasted for wider accessibility, with streaming available on ESPN+. The highly anticipated championship game is scheduled to air live on ESPN, marking the culmination of the week’s activities.

Easley has been the host city for the Senior League World Series since 2017, solidifying its reputation as a key destination for youth baseball. As the event approaches, the community of Easley looks forward to welcoming players, families, and fans from around the world to this prestigious competition.

This year’s tournament not only highlights the dedication and skills of young athletes but also shines a light on the broader issues surrounding international sporting events, particularly in light of evolving policies regarding travel and visas. The inclusion of additional teams underscores the commitment to fostering competitive opportunities for youth across the globe, promoting unity and sportsmanship through baseball.

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