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Kinley Rasmus Becomes First Girl with 5 Hits in a Little League World Series
Kinley Rasmus became the first girl to reach five hits in one LLWS tournament and tied Mo'ne Davis' strikeout mark before Alabama was eliminated.
- Phenix City, Alabama star Kinley Rasmus captivated the Little League World Series, setting a record with five hits throughout the 2026 tournament. The 12-year-old pitcher and shortstop anchored the Southeast team's resilient march through the elimination bracket.
- Rasmus, the daughter of former Major League Baseball pitcher Cory Rasmus, inspired fans with her dominance on the mound and signature style. Supporters adopted the catchphrase "Fear the bow" to celebrate her standout performances in Williamsport.
- With 14 tournament strikeouts, Rasmus tied the Little League World Series record for strikeouts by a girl, previously set by Mo'ne Davis in 2014. She also recorded eight strikeouts in her debut, matching another Davis mark.
- Following the team's 4-2 victory over Washington on Tuesday, Alabama's momentum stalled during an 11-2 loss to Ohio on Wednesday. Rasmus, unable to pitch due to mandatory rest, contributed offensively before elimination.
- Beyond the diamond, Rasmus plans to pursue swimming and flag football following her historic run in Pennsylvania. Her performance as the 25th girl to compete in the Little League Baseball World Series leaves a lasting impact.
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Meet Kinley Rasmus, the 12-year-old Alabama girl who became only the 25th girl to play in the Little League World Series and struck out six batters in a win
US News: Kinley Rasmus entered the Little League World Series with a famous baseball surname and left her own mark on the tournament's history. The 12-year-old.
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Kinley Rasmus breaks the record for hits by a girl at the Little League World Series
Kinley Rasmus is making history at the Little League World Series. The 12-year-old pitcher and shortstop from Phenix City, Alabama, has set a record with five hits, the most ever by a girl in the tournament.
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