WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — According to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), the Little League Baseball World Series brought in an estimated 70,000 people to Williamsport and generated almost $40 million for PA's economy.
The two weeks of baseball fun concluded Sunday, which brought teams from across the globe to Williamsport. The Chinese Taipei Little League team won over the Mountain region's Summerlin South Little League out of Nevada 7-0 in the final on Sunday.
The DCED says at least $523,000 has been approved by the Shapiro Administration to support various improvements and activities around the Little League Baseball World Series.
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“Little League is a quintessential part of America – and I’m proud that Little League’s home is right here in Williamsport, in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Since the first Little League Baseball World Series was held in 1947 here in Pennsylvania, the annual tradition has generated millions of dollars each year for the local economy and put our Commonwealth on the map as a top-tier sports destination. Tourism, which drives more than $80 billion a year into our economy, is an integral part of my Administration’s economic development strategy, and we will continue to be strong partners with Little League Baseball to help more young people make their dreams come true here in Williamsport.”Governor Josh Shapiro
Funding from the Shaprio Administration specifically supported improvements at Bowman Field, the Grand Slam Parade, and the Williamsport Welcomes the World street festival.
“For nearly 80 years, investments by the Commonwealth, Little League, and Williamsport have helped turn the Little League Baseball World Series into what it is today ― a world-class event unlike anything else in the country,” said Anne Ryan, DCED Deputy Secretary of Tourism. “Events like this play a vital role in strengthening Pennsylvania’s economy, contributing more than $80 billion annually. The Shapiro Administration recognizes this impact and is committed to finding new and innovative ways to attract more visitors than ever before to the Commonwealth.”
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