Little League World Series teams, ages, pitch count and more to know for 2026 tournament

The 2026 Little League World Series returns in August to Williamsport, Pennsylvania, with 20 teams—10 from the United States and 10 international—competing over a little more than a week. After Chinese Taipei beat Nevada in last year’s final to claim its first title since 1996, the guide outlines what to know for the next tournament. The action is set at Bowman Field in Williamsport, with two MLB teams scheduled to appear for the sixth consecutive season, including the Brewers vs. Braves on Aug. 23. Players must be 10 to 12 as of Aug. 31, 2026, and pitch limits are 75 for 10-year-olds and 85 for 11- and 12-year-olds.