They’re noted on the schedule as B teams, while the regional winners are the A's. Each of those winners -- Ohio, California, Oregon, South Dakota and Texas -- had a different and entertaining path to victory. When it comes down to it, these teams aren’t that different whether they are A's or B's. While Hawaii defeated California in the West region championship, both teams won their games in the first round of the Little League World Series. California will face Ohio, and Oregon will play South Dakota, both matchups of exclusively "B" teams, while Texas will face Michigan.

Source: Fox News August 21, 2021 19:07 UTC