It may be a bittersweet arrival, but the Mid-Island team will be back in Staten Island today. A 2018 Little League World Series win slipped through their fingers last night after a heartbreaking loss to Georgia. The team was just one game away from the U.S. Championship Saturday.
But the glass remains half full. They represented the entire Mid-Atlantic region of the United States and put up an unbelievable fight. Everyone is proud of their accomplishments. We hope they are just as proud of themselves.
The boys will be back at Mid-Island today and all supporters are encouraged to come greet the team at 4pm on the field. Congratulate this amazing team in person, along with their coach and families. Give them the welcome they truly deserve!
You can also sign our Congratulations Card to Mid-Island showing the names and well-wishes of their many supporters in Staten Island. Amongst the many wishes of luck and congratulations, here’s what just a few of our readers had to say to the team:
“So proud of you boys. The Memories you will have from this Amazing Accomplishment will last you a lifetime . Take a bow you all deserve it!” — Melissa Sebastiano
“So proud of all of you boys! Remember to have fun! This is a memory you will have forever !! Cherish every moment!” — Kristina McAnuff
“Congrats Mid-Island. You are the pride of Staten Island. Greg Bruno, St. Rita School is ecstatic & is loudly cheering.” — Leslie Andes
“Way to go mid island LL!!! Amazing job! You guys play together as a TEAM, worked together as TEAM, and won as a TEAM. Awesome sportsmanship showed.” — Richmondtown Diamonds Soccer Team
“Way to go guys. You make Staten Island proud. You’ll have a lot to be proud of when you go back to school in September.” — Florine Klein
“We were at the game on Sunday morning & you did well & showed a lot of class! Thank you for all your hard work! We are very proud of all of you!!!” — Maureen Beahan
Sign our card with your own message for Mid-Island and be sure to welcome them home on the field today at 4pm to say congratulations on an amazing season!
By Jeannine Cintron
Friday, August 24, 2018
