Great Lakes Region LLWS 2026: West Side Little League Hamilton, Ohio
West Side Little League from Hamilton, Ohio, represents the Great Lakes Region at the 2026 Little League World Series. They went 4-0 through the Great Lakes Regional Tournament to earn their spot at Williamsport. The Great Lakes Region covers Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.
| Team | West Side Little League |
| City | Hamilton, Ohio |
| Region | Great Lakes |
| Regional Record | 4-0 |
| LLWS Opener | August 20 at 2:00 PM ET vs Mountain |
| Venue | Lamade Stadium, Game 6 |
| TV | ESPN |
| Manager | Timothy Nichting |
They open the 2026 LLWS on August 20 at 2:00 PM ET at Howard J. Lamade Stadium against the Mountain Region. The game airs live on ESPN.
West Side LL – Full 2026 LLWS Roster
| # | Player | Position(s) | Bats | Throws | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walker Osborne | 2B / P | R | R | 5’4″ |
| 2 | Bryson Williams | OF / P | R | R | 5’3″ |
| 3 | Leo Feltner | 3B / SS / P | R | R | 5’2″ |
| 4 | Zach Hilton | OF | R | R | 5’1″ |
| 5 | Xander Kinkade | OF / P | R | R | 5’6″ |
| 6 | Hudson Vonderheide | OF | L | L | 5’1″ |
| 7 | Boone Treadway | SS / P | R | R | 5’1″ |
| 8 | Bob Frazier | OF / P | L | R | 5’4″ |
| 9 | Finn Dykes | OF | L | R | 5’3″ |
| 10 | Caiden Trent | C | R | R | 5’1″ |
| 14 | Jack McAdams | 3B / P | R | R | 5’7″ |
| 22 | Josiah Infante | 1B / P | R | R | 6’1″ |
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Manager | Timothy Nichting |
| Coach | Ken Coomer |
| Coach | Chris Hilton |
Key Players for West Side LL at the 2026 LLWS
Josiah Infante – #22
1B / P · Bats R · Throws R · 6’1
The tallest player on the roster is 6’1. Infante hit a two-run home run during the Great Lakes Regional Tournament. As a two-way player at first base and pitcher, he gives the Ohio team both power at the plate and depth on the mound. His height and size stand out at the LLWS level.
Boone Treadway – #7
SS / P · Bats R · Throws R · 5’1
Treadway had a standout performance video highlighted by Little League International during the Great Lakes Regional. As a shortstop and a pitcher, he handles two of the most demanding roles on the field. A key player in Ohio’s 4-0 run through the regional tournament.
Finn Dykes – #9
OF · Bats L · Throws R · 5’3
Dykes hit a three-run triple during the Great Lakes Regional that was highlighted on Little League’s official video channels. As a left-handed hitter in a roster full of right-handed bats, he gives Ohio a different look from the plate in key situations.
Jack McAdams – #14
3B / P · Bats R · Throws R · 5’7
At 5’7, McAdams is among the taller players on the Ohio roster. He plays third base and pitches, giving the team versatility at both corner infield and on the mound. A reliable two-way contributor throughout the regional run.
Xander Kinkade – #5
OF / P · Bats R · Throws R · 5’6
Kinkade is Ohio’s tallest outfielder at 5’6 and doubles as a pitcher. His combination of outfield range and pitching ability makes him one of the more versatile players on the roster. Ohio will likely use him in key pitching spots at Williamsport.
Great Lakes Region LLWS 2026 Schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Opponent | Venue | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 6 | August 20 | 2:00 PM | Mountain Region | Lamade Stadium | ESPN |
| Subsequent games depend on results. Updated after each game. | |||||
How to watch: Game 6 on August 20 airs live on ESPN at 2:00 PM ET. Stream on the ESPN App with a qualifying cable or streaming subscription. All LLWS games also available on ESPN+ on demand. Watch live scores on our LLWS 2026 Live Score: Real-Time Scoreboard for Every Tournament Game.
West Side LL Regional Record, 4-0
West Side Little League went 4-0 through the Great Lakes Regional Tournament held at Whitestown, Indiana, to earn the Great Lakes Region title. Their regional run included wins over Kentucky and Indiana.
| Round | Result | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| vs Kentucky (Game 1) | Win | Ohio’s double play highlighted. Corbin Philips hit a grand slam. |
| vs Indiana (Game 2) | Win | Finn Dykes delivered a three-run triple. Ohio’s defense stood out. |
| vs Kentucky (Semifinal) | Win | Boone Treadway produced a standout performance. Josiah Infante added a two-run home run. |
| Championship | Win | Great Lakes Regional title secured with a perfect 4-0 record. |
West Side Little League – Hamilton, Ohio
Hamilton is a city in Butler County, Ohio, located about 20 miles north of Cincinnati. The city has a population of approximately 62,000. West Side Little League is one of multiple Little League programs serving the Hamilton area.
The Great Lakes Region covers four states: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. Ohio teams have historically been strong in the Great Lakes Regional Tournament. West Side LL’s 4-0 run through a competitive regional field that included Kentucky and Indiana is a strong foundation heading into Williamsport.
Ohio at the LLWS: Ohio has appeared at the Little League World Series multiple times in recent years. The Great Lakes Region is one of the most competitive US regions due to the large number of chartered leagues across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. A Great Lakes Region title requires beating some of the strongest Little League programs in the Midwest.
Conclusion
West Side Little League from Hamilton, Ohio, is the 2026 Great Lakes Region representative at the LLWS. They went 4-0 through the regional tournament. They open against the Mountain Region on August 20 at 2:00 PM ET at Lamade Stadium on ESPN.
Key players to watch are Josiah Infante at first base, Boone Treadway at shortstop, and Finn Dykes in the outfield. Manager Timothy Nichting leads a 12-player roster that includes six two-way players who can both pitch and play a position.
