"Whatever happens, the most important thing is play hard from the first pitch to the last pitch" - Honolulu opens play at the Little League World Series on Friday in Williamsport, in search of the state's 5th world championship in 20 years.

In case you need a refresher, the 2025 Little League World Series will feature a total of 20 teams: 10 from the United States and 10 international clubs. Those teams will compete in a modified double-elimination tournament. Play began Wednesday, Aug. 13, with the winners advancing and remaining in the winners' portion of the bracket.