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, 1962
Final positions
ChampionsNew York (state) West Hempstead, New York
Runner-upCalifornia La Habra, California
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1963 →

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

Teams

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United States
  West Hempstead, New York

East
  New London, Ohio

North
  Fort Lauderdale, Florida

South
  La Habra, California

West

Results

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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

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