1962 Senior League World Series

The 1962 Senior League World Series took place from August 17–18 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States at Bowman Field. West Hempstead, New York defeated La Habra, California in the championship game. West Hempstead resident, Joseph J. Sarcona managed the team to victory. It was Long Island's first Little League World Series championship.

1962 Senior League World Series
Tournament information
LocationWilliamsport, Pennsylvania
DatesAugust 17–18
Final positions
Champions West Hempstead, New York
Runner-up La Habra, California

This was the first SLWS to feature the traditional geographical regions. It was the second, and final, edition to be held in Williamsport.

Teams
United States
West Hempstead, New York

East
New London, Ohio

North
Fort Lauderdale, Florida

South
La Habra, California

West

Results

[1][2]

  Semifinals     Championship
                 
  — New York 3  
  — Ohio 2    
      1–0 New York 8
      1–0 California 2
  — California 5    
  — Florida 3   Third Place Game
 
0–1 Ohio (Tie F/7) 11
  0–1 Florida 11


1962 Senior League World Series Champions

West Hempstead, New York

References
  1. Play for LL Title Today. Stroudsburg Daily Record
  2. West Hempstead Wins Senior LL World Series. Beckley Post Herald Raleigh Register
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