WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (August 25, 2002) – The 56th Little League Baseball World Series wrapped up today, with Valley Sports American Little League of Louisville, Ky., winning the final game, 1-0, against Sendai Higashi Little League of Sendai, Japan. 

It marked the first time a Kentucky team has won the Little League Baseball World Series. Three teams from the Bluegrass State have reached Williamsport, but Valley Sports Little League is the first to make it to the final game.

Mayor Honors Good Neighbors

Jeffrey Huber, District 12, Pleasure Ridge Park

As president of Valley Sports Little League, Jeff has grown the league built on the momentum of earning the Little League World Championship in 2002. Under his leadership, Valley Sports baseball has been available to all youth regardless of their ability to pay. He’s solicited donations from businesses and local government to provide scholarships to low-income youth and spearheaded the revamping of the Valley Sports fields. He’s also encouraged more use of the facility, making it a true community venue.