South Dakota Little League team falls against Florida in first game of World Series

The Sioux Falls Little League team more than held their own against Florida, but ultimately fell in their first game of the Little League World Series 2-1.

South Dakota took the lead in the fourth inning. After going  hitless through three, they got one when they needed it most. After loading the bases on two walks and a bunt single, Ryan Henry came through with an RBI single to give Sioux Falls a 1-0 lead.

In the top of the fifth inning, Florida scored their first run after two walks and two singles. Then, Luis Carlo hit a sacrifice fly to bring in the go-ahead run.

Florida’s JJ Feliciano struck out 10 and only allowed two hits in 5 1/3 innings pitched.

South Dakota will play an elimination game at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

This article originally appeared on Sioux Falls Argus Leader: South Dakota Little League team falls against Florida in first game of World Series