Curacao knocked Canada out of the Little League World Series in dominant fashion. After escaping a first-inning scare with runners on second and third, Curacao took over. They relied on speed, small ball, and relentless contact hitting. Canada struggled to match the pace. Curacao turned every grounder into a scoring opportunity. Their offensive formula was simple: get on base, advance on overthrows or bunts, then drive in runs with singles. It worked over and over again.
One standout was George Profar, the younger brother of MLB player Jurickson Profar. He anchored the infield with a slick play at third and looked miles ahead of the competition. Curacao didn’t need the long ball. They just kept the line moving with hustle and timely hitting. Most of their big innings came from singles and smart base running. By the end, it felt like they could score at will. They’ll meet Venezuela next, looking to ride this same formula deeper into the tournament.