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Fans urged to stop betting on children’s baseball games

Clarendon Hills Little League coach talks Word Series game | ChicagoNOW
  • Little League International has urged fans to cease betting on games involving children, asserting there is no place for such activity in youth sports.
  • Officials emphasised that Little League is a trusted environment for children to learn fundamentals, teamwork, and integrity, and their performances should not be exploited for personal gain.
  • While major sportsbooks generally avoid taking bets on youth tournaments, unregulated overseas operators continue to offer odds, operating without taxes or consumer protections.
  • BetOnline.ag, an unlicensed offshore gambling site, is highlighted as one such operator that continues to offer betting markets on the Little League World Series despite legal challenges.
  • The plea comes as the 2025 Little League World Series, featuring 10-12 year old participants, is currently underway in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
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