Jaymiell Martina strikes out 12 batters to lift Curaçao over Japan into championship.

Curaçao dominated Japan 4-0 in the International Championship game at the Little League World Series in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Jaymiell Martina was the star, striking out 12 batters while pitching 5⅔ scoreless innings. He also hit an RBI double. This victory sends Curaçao to the championship game for the sixth time in the nation's history.
Curaçao's dominant pitching has been a hallmark of their tournament run. The team has outscored opponents 23-3 across four games, showing dominant defense and timely hitting. Yahoo Sports reported that Martina allowed only two hits and two walks in his dominant performance.
Jaymiell Martina delivered one of the most dominant pitching performances of the Little League World Series. He struck out 12 Japan batters in 5⅔ innings pitched. Martina gave up just two hits and two walks while keeping Japan scoreless the entire game. His combination of speed and control left Japan's batters helpless at the plate.
While Martina dominated on the mound, Curaçao's hitters also contributed to the shutout victory. Martina added an RBI double, driving in a crucial run. Three other Curaçao players recorded hits in the game. The team's balanced approach — strong pitching paired with timely hitting — proved too much for Japan to overcome.
This victory marks Curaçao's sixth appearance in the Little League World Series championship game. The Caribbean nation has established itself as a powerhouse in youth baseball. Curaçao's success reflects strong youth development programs and talent at the highest youth baseball level.
Curaçao has been nearly unstoppable throughout the tournament. The team has outscored opponents 23-3 across four games, a remarkable run of defensive excellence and offensive efficiency. This dominant performance set the stage for their trip to the championship game and shows why they remain one of the favorites in Little League Baseball.
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