For two few weeks of summer every year, professional sports take a back seat to the 12 and 13-year-olds who take center stage in Williamsport, Pennsylvania to compete in the Little League World Series. This year's storied team comes from right here in Greenville, North Carolina.
Greenville’s team battled through district and regional finals on its quest to represent the Southeast Region of the United States in the 16-team tournament. Not only did the boys qualify, but they made history on their way to playing in the American Championship. Unfortunately, the team couldn't keep its magic up through the weekend and ended up losing the World Consolation game on Sunday to team Mexico, 14-8.