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Little League World Series Gambling Sparks Outrage

🐿️ The Squirrel's Take
Bettors are now treating 12-year-olds like they're the Chicago Cubs, and that's nuts.
💡 Why it matters
This trend could normalize gambling on youth sports, risking exploitation and harm to young athletes.

The 2026 Little League World Series has drawn controversy as sports bettors are now wagering on games involving children aged 10-12. TechCrunch reports that gambling on these youth matches has crossed a line, prompting calls for regulation.

📡 Where we spotted it (4)
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espn.com
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7d ago
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bleacherreport.com
Little League World Series 2026 Wednesday Scores, Bracket Results and Highlights
7d ago
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usatoday.com
Little League World Series 2026: Printable bracket, schedule, teams, TV, stream
7d ago
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techcrunch.com
Gambling on the Little League World Series? Sports bettors have gone too far
7d ago
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