Flick Applauds Recognition of Little League World Series Week in Pennsylvania

June 12, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union) announced that Aug. 17–23, 2025, will be recognized as Little League World Series Week in Pennsylvania. The designation follows the successful passage of a resolution he sponsored, which was approved by an overwhelming majority in the House of Representatives.

Each year tens of thousands of visitors from around the world travel to South Williamsport for the Little League Baseball World Series.

“Teams from Canada to Cuba, Texas to Taiwan, and Pennsylvania to Puerto Rico compete to become world champions,” Flick said. “Little League was founded in 1939 in Williamsport and has since become the largest youth organization in the world. I’m honored to help spotlight this incredible tradition and the positive impact it continues to have on young athletes, families and our community.”

Flick, who has not missed a Little League World Series for more than 50 years, was joined by Patrick Wilson, president of Little League; Marlin Angelo, mayor of South Williamsport; Derek Slaughter, mayor of Williamsport; Patrick Marty, chief Government and International Relations officer at Pennsylvania College of Technology at the state Capitol when the resolution was passed.

“Every year, the world turns its attention to Williamsport and the Little League World Series,” Wilson said. “As the trusted leader in youth sports, we’re proud to call Pennsylvania our home and thank Rep. Flick for his support in this recognition. We are looking forward to welcoming communities, players, and fans from across the globe this summer for another memorable event.”

“On behalf of Williamsport, I want to thank Rep. Flick for his support in passing the resolution officially recognizing Little League World Series Week,” Slaughter said. “The Little League World Series not only honors the spirit of youth sports and America’s pastime in its purest form but also brings a significant economic boost to our region each year. We are proud to share this tradition with the world.”

"Pennsylvania College of Technology has long advocated for Little League Baseball, and we were proud to witness passage of legislation launching Little League World Series Week in Pennsylvania,” Marty said. "Penn College’s partnership with the world’s premier youth sports program continues as strong as ever, an affiliation that includes: the college hosting an annual picnic on campus for players, coaches and umpires; sponsoring a Grand Slam Parade float; providing nearly 20,000 meals for players through the efforts of hospitality students and faculty; offering health care services during the Little League World Series, provided by students and faculty in health sciences programs; and employees serving as umpires for games and exhibitions."

Now, let’s get ready to PLAY BALL!

Representative Jamie Flick
83rd District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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