Championship Game: Tokyo, Japan (1) vs. Placentia, CA (3)

Runs were at a premium Monday at the Youngsville Sports Complex, as Placentia, California outlasted Tokyo, Japan 3–1 in a tightly contested, extra-inning battle. Both teams showcased strong pitching performances and solid defensive play, but a late surge in the eighth inning gave Placentia the edge.

Tokyo, Japan broke the scoreless tie in the bottom of the fifth inning when K. H delivered a clutch RBI single to center, scoring the game’s first run. Placentia, California responded in the top of the sixth, capitalizing on a defensive miscue by Tokyo to tie the game at one apiece.

The deadlock held until the top of the eighth, when Placentia finally broke through. L. H worked a bases-loaded walk to push across the go-ahead run. Moments later, a passed ball allowed another runner to score, giving Placentia a 3–1 lead they wouldn’t relinquish.

T. D. started on the mound for Placentia and delivered a gutsy performance, allowing just five hits and one earned run over five and two-thirds innings. The right-hander struck out three and walked one. F. K. was lights out in relief, tossing two scoreless innings and striking out four without allowing a walk. Together, the duo kept a potent Tokyo lineup at bay.

Tokyo countered with a strong pitching effort of their own. H. N. got the start and threw three shutout innings, giving up just two hits while striking out one. The Tokyo bullpen held tough, but late walks and a passed ball proved costly in extras.

Placentia, California collected 10 hits in the game. L. H. and F. K. led the offense with two hits apiece. L. also recorded the team’s lone RBI, going 2-for-3 at the plate and coming up big in the decisive eighth inning. Placentia also played clean defense and made the most of their scoring opportunities.

For Tokyo, Japan, K. H., K. F., H. T., I. O., M. M., and K. T. each tallied one hit. Despite the offensive pressure, they couldn’t break through the Placentia pitching staff late in the game.

Congratulations to the 2025 Bronco World Series Runners-UP -  Tokyo, Japan! The team finished with a 3-1 record. Congratulations to the 2025 Bronco World Series Champions - Placentia, CA! The team finished with a 4-0 record.

Game 9: San Cristobal, Dominican Republic (7) vs. Culiacán, Mexico (3)

Despite a strong effort, Culiacán, Mexico was unable to keep up with San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, falling 7–3 on Sunday at the Youngsville Sports Complex.San Cristóbal struck first in the opening inning when W.A. singled in a run to take an early 1–0 lead. Culiacán responded in the bottom half of the frame, tying the game at 1–1 after J.Z. drew a bases-loaded walk.

The tie didn’t last long. San Cristóbal broke things open in the top of the third, starting with a run-scoring double from W., followed by an RBI single from K.M. The Dominican squad tacked on more, building a 4–1 advantage that they would never surrender. W. delivered the final blow in the seventh inning with a solo home run to right field, capping off a standout performance.

On the mound, O.G. was effective out of the bullpen for Culiacán, tossing four innings of relief while allowing just one run on three hits. He struck out five without issuing a walk. D.C. started the game for Culiacán but struggled, surrendering six runs on seven hits over three innings. W. also impressed on the mound for San Cristóbal, earning the win after a gritty 5.2 innings of work. He gave up four hits and three runs—only one of them earned—while striking out six and walking three.

At the plate, D.B. led Culiacán with a 2-for-3 performance and one RBI. H.A. was a menace on the base paths, swiping four of the team’s seven total stolen bases. Culiacán also turned a double play on defense. San Cristóbal’s offense tallied 10 hits, with W. starring at the plate as well, going 3-for-4 with three RBIs and a home run. I.P. and K. both chipped in with multiple hits of their own to help secure the win.

San Cristobal, Dominican Republic will play Placentia, CA on August 3rd at 7:30PM. Congratulations to Culiaćan, Mexico on their 2025 Bronco World Series Appearance! The team finished with a 1-2 record, and have been eliminated from the tournament.

Game 10: Venetia, PA (12) vs. Laredo, TX (15)

A dramatic grand slam by A.G. in the sixth inning powered Laredo, TX to a thrilling 15–12 win over Venetia, Pennsylvania on Sunday at the Youngsville Sports Complex. A.G. finished the day with four RBIs on just one hit, but it was the biggest of the game—a go-ahead blast that gave Laredo the lead for good.

The contest was an offensive showcase, with both teams combining for 36 hits—21 from Laredo and 15 from Venetia—in a game that featured big innings, clutch hitting, and momentum swings throughout.

Venetia came out swinging, opening the scoring in the top of the first when D.M. laced a two-run double. They followed that up with a five-run outburst in the third, fueled by RBI hits from R.L., D., and G.L., and a bases-loaded walk from D.C., to take a 7–0 lead.

Laredo began chipping away in the bottom half of the third. O.R. put them on the board with a solo home run to left, and L.C. followed with an RBI single to make it 7–3. They continued to apply pressure throughout the middle innings before A.G.’s grand slam capped off a huge sixth, flipping the game in their favor.

A.M. pitched four strong innings in relief for Laredo, allowing five runs on nine hits while striking out five. G.P. started the game, tossing 2.1 innings and giving up four runs on four hits. Venetia starter C.O. surrendered 12 hits and six runs (five earned) across 4.1 innings, striking out three and walking one.

Laredo’s offense was relentless, with D.R. leading the charge by going 4-for-5 at the plate. O.R., I.L., A.G., L.C., and M.E. each collected multiple hits. The team also showed aggression on the basepaths, swiping nine total bases, with A.G., D.R., and M.E. stealing multiple bags. Laredo also flashed the leather with one double play.

Venetia’s bats were just as active. D. turned in a perfect 4-for-4 performance with three RBIs, while R.L. and D.C. also notched four hits apiece. C. added three hits and stole four bases as part of Venetia’s seven total steals. Their defense also turned one double play in the contest. In the end, Laredo’s timely hitting and late-inning heroics proved to be the difference, earning them a hard-fought win in one of the most exciting games of the day.

Laredo, TX will play Tokyo, Japan on August 3rd at 7:30PM. Congratulations to Venetia, PA on their 2025 Bronco World Series Appearance! The team finished with a 1-2 record, and have been eliminated from the tournament.

Game 11: San Cristobal, Dominican Republic (1) vs. Placentia, CA (16)

Placentia, California fired on all cylinders Sunday, cruising to a commanding 16–1 win over San Cristobal, Dominican Republic at the Youngsville Sports Complex. San Cristobal struck first in the top of the opening inning, as R.A. ripped an RBI double to bring in the game’s first run. But that lead was short-lived.

Placentia responded with an offensive explosion in the bottom half of the inning, plating five runs on four hits to take control. The highlight came from L.H., who delivered an electrifying inside-the-park home run that brought in two runs and ignited the Placentia dugout. The momentum continued in the second inning. O.R. singled to center, F.K. added a well-placed infield single, and F. tagged up and scored—extending the lead to 8–1.

The third inning brought even more trouble for San Cristobal as Placentia added another four runs. C.P. started the scoring with an RBI single, O. drew a bases-loaded walk, and a defensive miscue allowed two more runs to cross the plate.

On the mound, B.M. was efficient and effective for Placentia. The right-hander threw four strong innings, giving up just four hits and one run while striking out two and walking one. A.G. took the hill for San Cristobal and struggled to contain Placentia’s bats, allowing six hits and seven runs over one inning of work.

Placentia’s offense was relentless throughout the game, collecting 13 total hits. C., hitting from the ninth spot in the lineup, led the team with three RBIs and went 2-for-3 at the plate. F. paced the team in hits, going 3-for-4, while B.M. and O.R. also had multi-hit games. The squad showed off its speed as well, racking up 10 stolen bases, with L.H., C., and F. each swiping multiple bags.

Defensively, Placentia was flawless—committing no errors in the field. T.E. anchored the defense with a team-high five chances handled cleanly. For San Cristobal, R.A. drove in their lone run and finished 1-for-1. G.D. had a solid day at the plate, going 2-for-2, and the team also played clean defensively with no errors. S.A. recorded three fielding chances to lead the team. With a complete performance from top to bottom, Placentia, CA asserted themselves as a force to be reckoned with in this year’s tournament.

Placentia, CA will play in the 2025 Bronco World Series Championship on August 4th at 5PM against Tokyo, Japan. Congratulations to San Cristobal, Dominican Republic on their 2025 Bronco World Series Appearance! The team finished with a 2-2 record, and have been eliminated from the tournament.

Game 12: Tokyo, Japan (13) vs. Laredo, TX (3)

A massive seven-run fifth inning proved to be the difference-maker as Tokyo, Japan pulled away from Laredo, TX in a 13–3 victory on Sunday at the Pony-13 World Series. Laredo struck first in the opening frame when O.R. laced a two-run double to left field, giving them an early 2–0 advantage.

Tokyo quickly responded, taking the lead in the bottom of the second. H.H. drove in two runs with a sacrifice liner, putting Japan on top 3–2. In the third inning, Tokyo added insurance when R.N. ripped an RBI double to extend the lead to 4–2. The real damage came in the fifth. Tokyo’s lineup exploded for seven runs on five hits and a walk. K.F. started the rally with a bases-loaded walk to bring in a run. I.O. followed with a two-RBI single, and K.H., Y.S., and H.S. each delivered RBI singles—H.S. driving in two—to break the game wide open at 11–3.

On the mound, S.K. delivered a strong relief outing for Tokyo, tossing a scoreless inning with two strikeouts and just one hit allowed. Laredo’s starter, O., pitched three innings, allowing five runs on four hits while striking out four and walking five. Tokyo’s offense was relentless, totaling 12 hits and showcasing patience at the plate with eight walks. H. led the team with three RBIs and went 1-for-3. R., Y., and I. each had two hits, while M.M. drew two walks. On the base paths, Tokyo wreaked havoc—stealing 16 bases, with K.M., H., M., R., Y., and I. all swiping multiple bags.

Tokyo also impressed on defense, turning one double play and playing error-free baseball. K. led the team with four defensive chances. For Laredo, O. paced the lineup with two RBIs, finishing 1-for-3. A.M. went 2-for-2, while A. and I.L. each contributed multiple stolen bases. It was a complete team performance from Tokyo, who used speed, discipline, and timely hitting to pull away and secure a statement win. 

Tokyo, Japan will play in the 2025 Bronco World Series Championship on August 4th at 5PM against Placentia, CA. Congratulations to Laredo, TX on their 2025 Bronco World Series Appearance! The team finished with a 2-2 record, and have been eliminated from the tournament.

Game 5: San Cristobal, Dominican Republic (18) vs. Chicago (3)

W. A had a performance to remember on Saturday, belting two home runs and driving in six runs to lead San Cristobal, Dominican Republic to a dominant 18–3 victory over Chicago, Illinois in tournament play. The offensive fireworks began early for San Cristobal, and it didn’t take long for W. A to make his presence known. In the top of the first, he sent a solo shot soaring over the right field fence to open the scoring and set the tone for what would become a one-sided affair.

San Cristobal’s bats stayed hot in the second inning. The team erupted for five runs on four hits, starting with a run-scoring single by L. G. W. A returned to the plate and ripped a two-run double into the gap. Moments later, R. A launched a two-run home run to left field, capping a powerful inning and giving San Cristobal a 6–0 lead. The Dominican squad didn’t slow down in the third. Aggressive base running paid off as both L. and W. executed successful steals of home plate, adding two more runs to the tally and showcasing the team’s relentless pressure on the basepaths.

In the fourth inning, San Cristobal delivered its biggest offensive outburst of the day, scoring seven runs on five hits. A defensive error brought home the first run before L. G added another RBI single. I. A doubled in a run, followed by a two-run single from G. D. W. A then stepped up again and launched his second homer of the game—a towering two-run shot to right field—to cap the inning and bring his RBI total to six on the day.

On the mound, San Cristobal also shined. Starter K. M set the tone with a scoreless inning, striking out three and allowing no hits. I. P took over in relief and pitched four strong innings, giving up just three hits and two runs while striking out six and walking two. The pitching staff held Chicago to just five hits and prevented any chance of a comeback.

San Cristobal’s offense was relentless from top to bottom. The team racked up 15 hits in total, with multiple players having standout days. L. G, G. D, and R. A each recorded multiple hits. K. drew a team-high three walks as San Cristobal showed patience at the plate, finishing with 10 walks overall. The team’s aggressiveness extended to the base paths, where they swiped an eye-popping 16 bases—five players had multi-steal games. Defensively, San Cristobal was flawless, committing no errors. J. R anchored the defense with 10 fielding chances.

Despite the tough outing, Chicago, Illinois had some bright spots. Leadoff hitter A. B went 2-for-3 at the plate and stole two bases, while J. F delivered a two-RBI performance in the heart of the lineup. Chicago managed six stolen bases as a team but couldn’t keep up with San Cristobal’s unrelenting offense.

With the win, San Cristobal, Dominican Republic continues to impress as one of the tournament’s most balanced and dangerous teams, combining power hitting, smart base running, and solid pitching in a complete team effort.

San Cristobal, Dominican Republic will play the loser of Game 8: Tokyo, Japan vs. Culiaćan, Mexico on August 3rd at 5PM. Congratulations to Chicago, IL on their 2025 Bronco World Series Appearance! The team finished with a 0-2 record, and have been eliminated from the tournament.

Game 6: McAllen, Texas (2) vs. Venetia, Pennsylvania (12)

R. L delivered a dominant performance at the plate and on the base paths to lead Venetia, Pennsylvania to a convincing 12–2 victory over McAllen, Texas on Saturday at the Youngsville Sports Complex. R. L drove in five runs on three hits, helping Venetia remain unbeaten in tournament play with a statement win. R. L wasted no time making an impact, singling up the middle in the bottom of the first to score the game’s first run. Moments later, a wild pitch allowed another run to cross the plate, putting Venetia up 2–0 early.

McAllen, Texas answered in the top of the second. N. W. roped a double that drove in one, and shortly after, N. showcased aggressive base running with a daring steal of home to tie the game 2–2.  The tie didn’t last long. Venetia, Pennsylvania reclaimed the lead in the bottom half of the second, sparked by back-to-back singles from C. O and R. L. The pair helped plate two runs and made it 4–2, shifting momentum firmly back to the Pennsylvania squad.

In the fourth inning, R. L delivered the knockout blow. With the bases loaded, he ripped a double to the outfield gap, clearing the bases and extending Venetia’s lead to 9–2. His offensive explosion was the difference-maker in a game where timely hitting and heads-up base running proved crucial. R. L wasn’t done yet—he also starred on the mound. The right-hander pitched five strong innings, allowing just two hits and two runs (one earned) while striking out nine and walking four. His command and poise kept McAllen’s hitters off balance throughout the outing.

A. D came in to pitch the final frame and sealed the win in dominant fashion, tossing a scoreless inning with one strikeout and no hits or walks. Offensively, Venetia was patient and disciplined, drawing 10 walks as a team. A. worked two of those free passes, and the team’s smart plate approach continually pressured McAllen’s pitchers. Venetia also showed off their speed, stealing eight bases in total—including three swipes by R. L. They turned one key double play and remained aggressive on both sides of the ball.

For McAllen, N. and R. G each collected one hit, with N. driving in the team’s only RBI. On the base paths, J. R and S. each stole multiple bases as part of McAllen’s own eight-steal effort. Defensively, McAllen played clean baseball, not committing a single error, with R. J leading the team in fielding chances with six.

Though McAllen showed flashes of potential, Venetia’s complete performance—highlighted by R. L’s five RBIs, strong pitching, and aggressive baserunning—proved too much to overcome. The win keeps Venetia, Pennsylvania rolling and establishes them as a team to watch as the tournament continues.

Venetia, PA will face Laredo, TX on August 3rd at 5PM. Congratulations to McAllen, TX on their 2025 Bronco World Series Appearance! The team finished with a 0-2 record, and have been eliminated from the tournament.

Game 7: Placentia, California (7) vs. Laredo, Texas (6)

Laredo, Texas showed resilience and fight on Saturday at the Youngsville Sports Complex, but a late-game push wasn’t enough as they fell just short to Placentia, California in a thrilling 7–6 contest. Despite the loss, O. R had an outstanding performance at the plate for Laredo, going a perfect 3-for-3. The standout slugger singled in the second and third innings, and later ripped a double in the fifth, consistently sparking the Laredo offense throughout the game.

Placentia, California came out strong, jumping to an early lead in the bottom of the first. J. P opened the scoring with an RBI double, and A. R followed with a productive groundout that brought home two more runs, giving Placentia an early 3–0 cushion. The pressure continued in the bottom of the second, where Placentia extended their lead to 6–1. F. K delivered a clutch two-run double, followed by an RBI single from J. that added to the damage.

Down by five runs, Laredo refused to go quietly. A. G, I. L, and A. M all came through with key hits, including a two-run single and a run-scoring double that fueled a rally and brought the score within striking distance. Laredo tied the game in the top of the fifth after A. G singled to right field, capping off a spirited comeback effort and evening the score at 6–6. However, Placentia responded in the bottom half of the inning. D. O delivered the decisive blow with an RBI double to reclaim the lead for Placentia, 7–6 — a run that would ultimately hold up as the game-winner.

On the mound, L. C turned in a solid relief outing for Laredo, throwing four and two-thirds innings while allowing just two runs on four hits, striking out three, and not issuing a walk. A. G started for Laredo and gave up five runs (four earned) in one and one-third innings. For Placentia, A. got the start and pitched two and two-thirds innings, allowing two runs on four hits. The pitching staff was able to hold off Laredo’s surge just enough to secure the narrow win. Laredo’s offense was productive, collecting 11 hits on the day. A. M drove in two runs and went 1-for-2, while I. L and A. also turned in multi-hit performances. Their late-game offensive pressure nearly flipped the script.

J. led Placentia at the plate, going 2-for-3, while F. K, A. R, and J. each collected two RBIs to pace their lineup. Though the scoreboard favored Placentia, Laredo left the field with heads held high after a gutsy, back-and-forth battle. Their persistent offense and strong effort in the field made it a game to remember.

Venetia, PA will face Laredo, TX on August 3rd at 5PM. Placentia, CA will play the Winner of Game 9: Culiacán, Mexico vs. San Cristobal, Dominican Republic on August 3rd at 7:30PM.

Game 8: Tokyo, Japan vs. Culiaćan, Mexico

Despite a perfect day at the plate from J. Z, who went 3-for-3 with a home run and two singles, Culiacán, Mexico couldn’t hold off the offensive power of Tokyo, Japan, falling 16–3 on Saturday in tournament play. Tokyo, Japan wasted no time jumping ahead, putting together a four-run top of the first inning to seize early momentum. Y. S opened the scoring with an RBI double, followed by a triple from K. F that drove in another. H. N capped off the surge with a two-run single to right, putting Culiacán immediately on its heels.

However, Culiacán responded quickly in the bottom half of the inning. After a leadoff single, J. Z stepped to the plate and launched a towering two-run home run to right field, energizing the crowd and cutting the deficit in half. The blast was a highlight moment for the Mexican side and showcased J. Z’s power early in the contest. Tokyo tacked on another run in the second inning with a sharp single to center by W. G, then added two more in the third on an RBI groundout and aggressive base running, stretching their lead to 6–2. Despite the early challenge, Culiacán continued to battle, with J. Z collecting his second hit of the game on a line-drive single to left in the third inning.

Culiacán looked to mount a comeback in the fifth when J. Z notched his third hit of the day—another single—making him a perfect 3-for-3 on the night and accounting for more than half of his team’s offensive production. L. L also contributed with a pair of hits, but the rest of the lineup struggled to solve Tokyo’s steady pitching and airtight defense.

The floodgates opened in the seventh as Tokyo put the game out of reach with a six-run frame. Despite only two hits in the inning, Tokyo capitalized on walks, an error, and timely contact. W. drew a bases-loaded walk, a fielding miscue plated another run, and Y. S grounded out to bring in the third of the inning. The big blow came from K., who roped a two-run double to the gap, and R. N followed with an RBI single, pushing the lead to 16–3.

On the mound, Culiacán cycled through arms to keep Tokyo at bay. D. B started the game but struggled to find his rhythm, allowing four runs in just one-third of an inning. H. N provided stability in relief, tossing four innings while giving up only three runs on five hits, striking out four and walking three. Though he limited further damage, Tokyo’s early explosion and seventh-inning outburst proved too much to overcome.

Tokyo’s offense was balanced and disciplined throughout the contest, collecting 13 hits and drawing nine walks. Six players—H., K., I. O, W., R., and Y.—recorded multi-hit performances, with K. and W. each driving in three runs. On the base paths, Tokyo ran wild, racking up 16 stolen bases, as four different players swiped multiple bags. Defensively, the Japanese squad was flawless, playing error-free baseball and controlling the field. K. led all players with 12 defensive chances.

Although the scoreboard favored Tokyo, Culiacán, Mexico had a few individual standouts. J. Z’s perfect 3-for-3 day, including a home run and two RBIs, was one of the tournament’s top offensive performances. His ability to produce against Tokyo’s deep pitching staff was a bright spot for the team, along with L. L’s two-hit effort. Tokyo, Japan moves forward in the tournament as one of the most well-rounded and dangerous teams, while Culiacán looks to regroup and bounce back behind the steady leadership of their offensive catalyst, J. Z.

Culiacán, Mexico will play San Cristobal, Dominican Republic on August 3rd at 7:30PM. Tokyo, Japan will play the winner of Game 10: Laredo, TX vs. Venetia, PA on August 3rd at 7:30PM.

Game 1: Placentia, CA (14) vs. San Cristobal, Dominican Republic (0)

Placentia, California put together a complete performance on Friday at Aviara Community Park, defeating San Cristobal, Dominican Republic 14-0 behind a powerful offensive showing and lights-out pitching. Placentia wasted no time getting on the scoreboard, erupting for five runs in the top of the first inning. L. H hit into a fielder’s choice that brought home two runs, A. R followed with a two-run double, and T. D capped off the inning with a groundout that scored one.

The momentum continued in the second inning as J. P singled to drive in a run, and L. added a sacrifice fly that plated two more, pushing the lead to 8-0. Placentia tacked on three more runs in the third, with D. O lacing a double down the left field line, J. N following with a single, and J. scoring on a sacrifice fly. San Cristobal's starting pitcher, R., battled through three innings, giving up eight hits and 11 runs (eight earned), striking out one and walking three. Meanwhile, T. took the mound for Placentia and delivered a dominant outing, throwing three scoreless innings, allowing just two hits while striking out seven and walking two.

W. A and G. D each recorded a hit for San Cristobal, but the offense struggled to get anything going against Placentia’s strong pitching. 
Placentia, California’s offense racked up 11 hits in the game. T. E, J., and O. R each tallied two hits, while L. and A. R led the team with three RBIs apiece. On the basepaths, C. P swiped two bases as part of a seven-steal effort from the team.

Defensively, Placentia played a flawless game, committing no errors and turning in sharp execution across the board. J. led the team in defensive chances with eight. Placentia, California’s all-around performance proved too much for San Cristobal, who will look to bounce back in their next matchup.

Placentia, CA will play the Winner of Game 3: Laredo, TX vs. Venetia, PA on August 2nd at 5:00PM.  San Cristobal, Dominican Republic will play the loser of Game 4: Chicago, IL vs. Culiacan, Mexico on August 2nd at 7:30PM.

Game 2: Tokyo, Japan (11) vs. McAllen, Texas (0)

Tokyo, Japan cruised to an 11-0 victory over McAllen, Texas on Friday at Aviara Community Park, fueled by a six-run outburst in the bottom of the second inning. The scoring started in the first when I. O drove in a run with a sacrifice fly, and Y. S followed by lining into a double play that still managed to plate another run, giving Tokyo an early 2-0 advantage.

The second inning proved to be the difference-maker. H. N tagged up to score on a deep fly ball, I. O drew a bases-loaded walk, and K. F delivered the big blow — a three-run homer to right field — breaking the game wide open and extending the lead to 8-0. Tokyo added another run in the third on a groundout by W. G and tacked on two more in the fourth to cap off the scoring.

H. H got the start for Tokyo and was dominant, tossing 2.1 innings of one-hit ball while striking out five and walking just one. K. T and Y. H followed in relief, combining for 2.2 scoreless innings to preserve the shutout. K. F powered the offense, going 1-for-1 with three RBIs. Tokyo’s balanced lineup saw contributions up and down the order, as H. S, M. M, R. N, and K. F all recorded hits. Tokyo showed strong discipline at the plate, drawing 10 walks. K. F and R. N each earned two free passes.

Tokyo's aggressive base running was on full display, as they swiped an impressive 19 bases — with Y. S, W. G, M. M, R. N, and I. O each collecting multiple steals. Defensively, Tokyo was rock-solid, committing no errors and turning a double play. K. H led the defense with five putouts. S. O recorded the lone hit for McAllen, going 1-for-2. McAllen also turned a double play in the contest but couldn’t overcome Tokyo’s early offensive surge.

Tokyo, Japan will play the winner of Game 4: Chicago, IL vs. Culiacan, Mexico on August 2nd at 7:30PM. McAllen, TX will play the loser of Game 3: Laredo, TX vs. Venetia, PA on August 2nd at 5:00PM.

Game 3: Laredo, Texas (5) vs. Venetia, PA (4)

Laredo, Texas held off a late push from Venetia, Pennsylvania to secure a hard-fought 5–4 victory on Friday at the 2025 Pony-13 World Series. Venetia struck first in the top of the first inning, as A. S grounded out to bring home a run and give the Pennsylvania squad an early 1–0 lead. But Laredo responded quickly and decisively in the bottom of the second. After K. D laced a single to drive in the tying run, A. G came up big with a three-run double, giving Laredo a 4–1 lead and shifting momentum in their favor.

Venetia continued to fight, cutting the deficit with runs in the third and fifth innings, but Laredo managed to tack on an insurance run and hold off the late rally.

On the mound, Laredo got a solid start from D. O, who allowed just one earned run and one hit over 2.1 innings, striking out four and walking two. M. E entered in relief and played a key role in preserving the win, throwing four innings and allowing two runs on four hits while striking out two. C. O started for Venetia and pitched 1.1 innings, giving up two hits and two runs while striking out one.

Offensively, Laredo was led by O. R and K., who each collected two hits. A. G drove in a team-high three runs with his key double. On the basepaths, Laredo was aggressive and successful, swiping six bases—two apiece from K. and L. C. The Texas squad also stayed sharp on defense, turning a double play to help stop a potential Venetia rally.

Venetia, Pennsylvania had a solid day at the plate, with R. L going 2-for-4 to lead the team in hits. A. D and A. S each added an RBI. Defensively, Venetia turned two double plays to stay in the game and keep Laredo from pulling further ahead. In the end, Laredo’s early offensive burst and consistent pitching were just enough to seal the narrow win and advance further in tournament play.

McAllen, TX will play Venetia, PA on August 2nd at 5:00PM. Placentia, CA will play Laredo, TX on August 2nd at 5:00PM. 

Game 4: Culiacan, Mexico (21) vs. Chicago, Illinois (1)

Culiacán, Mexico exploded offensively on Friday, cruising to a 21-1 victory over Chicago, Illinois at Aviara Community Park. The star of the game was D. B, who delivered a monster performance at the plate with two home runs and five RBIs, going deep in back-to-back innings.

Culiacán got things rolling early, putting up two runs in the top of the first after an error by Chicago and a sacrifice fly from H. A. But the second inning proved to be the knockout blow, as Culiacán erupted for 12 runs on a barrage of hits, walks, and aggressive baserunning. O. G drew a walk to force in a run, followed by L. L’s two-run single. J. Z then ripped a two-run double, and D. B crushed his first home run of the game to center field, scoring two more. The inning continued with a single from J. P to score another run, a successful steal of home, a two-run single from J., and an RBI double by D. to cap the scoring outburst.

The offensive onslaught didn’t stop there. In the third inning, Culiacán tacked on seven more runs. An error by Chicago allowed two runs to score, and N. G followed with a two-run double. D. B then launched his second home run of the game—another shot to center—bringing in two more runs. R. C added a single to score the final run of the inning.

On the mound, D. C started the game for Culiacán and set the tone early, pitching one inning of shutout ball while striking out two and allowing just one hit. R. came in as relief and maintained the dominance, throwing one hitless inning and recording a strikeout without allowing a walk.

Culiacán tallied 14 hits overall and showed great discipline at the plate, drawing nine walks. R., J., L., and O. all recorded multiple hits, while H. N led the team with three walks. On the bases, Culiacán was relentless, stealing 14 bases—led by multi-steal efforts from J., L., H., and G. G. Chicago’s offense was limited, but M. M, A. B, and D. R each collected one hit, with M. M driving in the team’s only run while going 1-for-2 at the plate.

Culiacán’s commanding performance showcased their offensive depth, pitching efficiency, and base-running aggression as they continued to assert themselves as one of the most dominant teams in the 2025 Pony-13 World Series.

Tokyo, Japan will play Culiacan, Mexico on August 2nd at 7:30PM. San Cristobal, Dominican Republic will play Chicago, IL on August 2nd at 7:30PM.