South Portland players watch as Fairfield celebrates the win in the championship game of the New England Little League baseball tournament Saturday in Bristol, Conn.

Fairfield American players celebrates their win over South Portland American.

South Portland starting pitcher Andrew Heffernan delivers a pitch in the third inning.

Aiden Lee of South Portland slides into second base after an errant throw to first gave him the opportunity to advance in the second inning.

Nolan Hobbs of South Portland shares a laugh with Fairfield catcher Aiden Rivera after he hit a long shot just foul in the first inning.

South Portland players watch as Fairfield celebrates their victory.

South Portland 's Andrew Heffernan sports his version of a rally cap during the sixth inning.

Fans of the South Portland American Little League team await the start of the regional championship game.