Iowa combines on no-hitter at Little League World Series

Anthony Johnson Jr. recorded the final outs.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 211 min read

Iowa completes the combined no-hitter! 🔥 Anthony Johnson Jr. finishes the job after Cooper Thissen struck out 15 in les Via @espn on X

What happened: Iowa's starter struck out 15 batters in fewer than six innings. Johnson completed the hitless performance in relief.

Why it matters: The win gave Iowa a 1-0 start in the 2026 Little League Baseball World Series. It also moved the Midwest representative forward in the U.S. bracket.

By the numbers: The two pitchers combined for 18 hitless outs, including 15 strikeouts by the starter.

What to watch: Iowa advances to its next U.S. bracket matchup in Williamsport.

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