Langley is welcoming home the Langley All-Stars Little Leaguers in style, with an official celebration barbecue on Thursday (Sept.1).
After winning the Canadian Little League baseball championships, the team of 11-,12- and 13-year-olds flew to Williamsport, Pa., to represent Canada at the Little League World Series.
The team was ousted from the double-knockout tournament in their fourth game on Aug. 23 against Japan, when they were defeated 4-0.
Japan, which won the International Division, lost to Huntington Beach (Calif.) in the championship final.
Langley finished the series 2-2, with a win against Saudi Arabia, a loss to Venezuela and an upset win against Chinese-Taipei.
The players returned home on Sunday.
This is only the second time the Langley team has represented Canada at the World Series.
The last time was in 1998, before many of the team’s players were born.
The public is invited to join in the celebrations.
Also on hand will be both Langley mayors, MLA’s and MP. The event will be at City Park, 207 Street and 51 Ave, from 6 to 9 p.m.
The All-Stars team will be dressed in their Team Canada uniforms for photos.
The championship trophy and other awards will be on display as well.
