1999 Little League World Series
The 1999 Little League World Series took place between August 22 and August 28 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The Hirkata Little League of Hirakata, Osaka, Japan, defeated Phenix City National Little League of Phenix City, Alabama, in the championship game of the 53rd LLWS.
Qualification
Pool play
Region | Record |
Latin America | 3-0 |
Far East | 2-1 |
Canada | 1-2 |
Europe | 0-3 |
August 22
August 23
August 24
August 25
Elimination round
1999 Little League World Series Champions |
Hirakata Little League '''Hirakata, Osaka, Japan |
Champions path
The Hirakata LL reached the LLWS with an undefeated record of four wins and no losses. In total, their record was 9-1, their only loss coming against Juan A. Bablioni LL of Yabucoa, Puerto Rico.Notable players
- Colby Rasmus Major League Baseball outfielder
- Cory Rasmus MLB pitcher
- Michael Saunders MLB outfielder
- Lance Lynn MLB pitcher
- Stephen Fife MLB pitcher