Fairfield American Little League baseball

Fairfield American's Pierce Cowles gets a hit during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Pierce Cowles pitches during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American’s Charlie Yates gets a hit against New Hampshire on Thursday in Bristol.

Fairfield American’s Eli Balkan reaches third base against New Hampshire Thursday in Bristol.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American’s Timmy Domizio reacts after striking out on Thursday.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Charlie Yates reacts after missing a New Hampshire grounder during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American second baseman Liam Grady snags a New Hampshire grounder during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Jude Gussen slides into third during little league baseball action against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American first baseman Robbie Donahue tries to pick off New Hampshire's Ryan Strand during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

The Fairfield American team huddles in the outfield after being defeated by New Hampshire in the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American second baseman Liam Grady snags a New Hampshire grounder during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American first baseman Robbie Donahue tries to pick off New Hampshire's Ryan Strand during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Timmy Domizio reacts after striking out during little league baseball action against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American huddles in the outfield after being defeated by New Hampshire in little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Jude Gussen slides into third during little league baseball action against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Pierce Cowles gets a hit during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Pierce Cowles pitches during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Eli Balkan reaches third base during Little League New England Region baseball tournament action against New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Charlie Yates gets a hit against New Hampshire in the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Charlie Yates reacts after missing a New Hampshire grounder during the Little League New England Region baseball tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Little League New England Region baseball tournament action between Fairfield American and New Hampshire in Bristol, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 9, 2018.

Fairfield American's Dustin Walters hits a two-run homer during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American head coach Jeff Gouley congratulates Pierce Cowles as Cowles rounds third after hitting a home run during a district 2 11-12 year olds little league game against Westport played at Unity Park, Trumbull, CT. Sunday, July 1, 2018. less

Fairfield American Coach Mike Randazzo during Little League World Series action against Jackson, NJ at Lamade Stadium in South Williamsport, Penn., on Wednesday Aug. 23, 2017.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

While at bat Fairfield American's Robbie Donahue gets a glancing blow by a pitch during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American's Jon Morris gets tagged out at home plate by Maine's pitcher Jeremiah Chessie during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American catcher Timmy Domizio waits for the ball as Maine's Mac Lowe brings in the team's only run during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American's Jon Morris gets a triple against Maine Tuesday in Bristol.

Fairfield American pitcher Pierce Cowles and catcher Timmy Domizio shake hands after beating Maine.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American’s Pierce Cowles pitches in the sixth inning against Maine in Bristol on Tuesday.

Fairfield American’s Jude Gussen, left, and Eli Balkan celebrate after a triple by teammate Jon Morri against Maine Tuesday in Bristol.

Fairfield American shortstop Pierce Cowles chases down an infield pop-fly during little league baseball action against Maine Tuesday in Bristol.

Fairfield American’s Dustin Walters hits a two-run homer against Maine Tuesday in Bristol. Fairfield American won 7-1.

Fairfield American center fielder Aidan Gouley denies Maine a home run during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American fan Lori Trumbley, of Naugatuck, shares her ice cream with her son Jackson, 8, during little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1. less

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American fan Lori Trumbley, of Naugatuck, shares her ice cream with her son Jackson, 8, during little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1. less

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American's Jon Morris gets tagged out at home plate by Maine's pitcher Jeremiah Chessie during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

While at bat Fairfield American's Robbie Donahue gets a glancing blow by a pitch during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American pitcher Pierce Cowles and catcher Timmy Domizio shake hands after beating Maine in during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Little league baseball action between Fairfield American and Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018. Fairfield beat Main 7-1.

Fairfield American's Pierce Cowles pitches in the sixth inning during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American's Jon Morris gets a triple during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American center fielder Aidan Gouley denies Maine a home run during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American catcher Timmy Domizio waitss for the ball as Maine's Mac Lowe brings in the team's only run during little league baseball action in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American's Jude Gussen, left, and Eli Balkan celebrate after a triple by teammate Jon Morris during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American shortstop Pierce Cowles chases down an infield pop-fly during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

Fairfield American's Dustin Walters hits a two-run homer during little league baseball action against Maine in Bristol, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 7, 2018.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Pierce Cowles of Fairfield American connects with a pitch during Sunday’s New England Regional game against Rhode Island in Bristol.

Liam Grady (7) of Fairfield American (CT) fields a ground ball during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Jude Gussen, right, of Fairfield American tags out a runner at third base during Sunday’s Little League New England Regional game against Rhode Island at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Pierce Cowles (8) of Fairfield American (CT) tags out a runner at home plate during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Charlie Yates of Fairfield American delivers a pitch against Rhode Island.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Pierce Cowles (8) of Fairfield American (CT) delivers a pitch during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Eli Balkan (4) of Fairfield American (CT) makes a diving catch in left field during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Robbie Donahue (13) of Fairfield American (CT) delivers a pitch during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Liam Grady (7) of Fairfield American (CT) fields a ground ball during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Eli Balkan (4) of Fairfield American (CT) makes a diving catch in left field during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Charlie Yates (18) of Fairfield American (CT) delivers a pitch during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Pierce Cowles (8) of Fairfield American (CT) rips a double but was called out for missing first base during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Jude Gussen (5) of Fairfield American (CT) tags out a runner at third during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

Pierce Cowles (8) of Fairfield American (CT) tags out a runner at home plate during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Pierce Cowles (8) of Fairfield American (CT) delivers a pitch during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

Robbie Donahue (13) of Fairfield American (CT) delivers a pitch during the 2018 Little League Eastern Regional game against Coventry, Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut. less

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

2018 Little League Eastern Regional game action between Fairfield American (CT) and Coventry Rhode Island on Sunday Aug 5, 2018, at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Center in Bristol, Connecticut.

After coming up short in the District 2 Little League finals against Fairfield American, Trumbull National entered the competitive LaMotta Little League Tournament in Stamford. In this 6-team pool and elimination format, they faced District 1 teams from Darien, Ridgefield, Stamford and Norwalk. In the Championship game on July 28, the Trumbull National bats came alive with 13 hits, beating Norwalk 14-4 to bring home the Championship trophy. Trumbull National players are Sean Francoeur, Jackson DePino, Hayden Brill, Luca Antonio, Matthew Wood, Jeff Kraus, Henry Berrien, John Duda, A.J. Albaladejo, Jett Daly, Ben Miller, Charlie Krasinski, and Jake Colucci. Manager, Matthew Wood is assisted by coaches Pete Kraus and Mitch DePino. less

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American's Tommy Dimizio rounds third after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of his team's 11-9 defeat of Manchester National to win the Little League State Championship at President’s Field in East Lyme on Sunday. less

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at President’s Field in East Lyme on Sunday, July 29, 2018.

Fairfield American's Tommy Dimizio celebrates after scoring a run in the second inning of his team's 11-9 defeat of Manchester National to win the Little League State Championship at President’s Field in East Lyme on Sunday, July 29, 2018. less

Fairfield American players celebrate on the infield after defeating Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at President’s Field in East Lyme on Sunday.

Fairfield American defeats Manchester National 11-9 to win the Little League State Championship at East Lyme Field in Niantic, Conn. on Sunday, July 29, 2018.