Henderson's Carsynn Meyer Made History at the Little League World Series
Carsynn Meyer, an outfielder for Henderson's Paseo Verde Little League, was one of only two female players competing in the 2026 Little League World Series. That alone made this story worth paying attention to, but the whole Paseo Verde run turned into something special for the valley.
How Carsynn Meyer and Paseo Verde Got Here
Henderson's Carsynn Meyer made history at the Little League World Series as part of a Paseo Verde squad that qualified for the LLWS for the second time in three years. In the regional championship game that punched their ticket to Williamsport, Meyer went 1-for-1 with a double, drew a walk, and scored a run. That kind of production from an outfielder is a big deal at any level of Little League, and she delivered it on the biggest regional stage the sport offers.
The team opened its LLWS campaign on Thursday, August 20, against West Side Little League out of Hamilton, Ohio — and kept winning from there. Paseo Verde beat Ohio 12-2 in the U.S. championship game, with Meyer collecting an RBI single in the five-run inning that broke the game open. The win made her the first girl to appear in an LLWS championship game since Japan's Sayaka Tsushima in 1998. You can follow the full bracket and results at LittleLeague.org.
Why This Matters Beyond the Baseball Diamond
No Nevada team has ever won the Little League World Series. Paseo Verde carried that history into the world championship game against Curaçao on Sunday, August 30 — but came up short, closing out the tournament as U.S. champions rather than world champions. It's a near-miss, but the run still made every game that week carry real weight for the state.
The story of Henderson's Carsynn Meyer making history at the Little League World Series also says something broader about what Henderson has built in youth athletics. Programs like Paseo Verde Little League don't produce this kind of talent by accident. There are coaches, parents, and facilities behind every kid who reaches this stage, and Henderson has invested in all three. It's the kind of community infrastructure that shows up in ways beyond box scores.
For anyone who lives here or is thinking about putting down roots in the area, stories like this reflect what the community actually looks like on the ground. Check out more on the Henderson community page if you want a fuller picture of the area.
What This Means For You
• Paseo Verde Little League won the 2026 U.S. championship and reached the world final before falling to Curaçao. A local kid made history along the way.
• Nevada still hasn't won the Little League World Series, but Paseo Verde's run this year is the closest the state has come.
• Youth sports infrastructure is one of the more visible signs of a community that actively invests in its residents. Henderson's track record here is strong.
• If you own a home in Henderson, moments like this put the area in a positive national spotlight. Find out what your home is worth →
Carsynn Meyer and her Paseo Verde teammates did something remarkable just by getting to Williamsport, and they went further than that — all the way to a world championship game. This is a Henderson story worth remembering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Carsynn Meyer and why did she make history at the Little League World Series?
Carsynn Meyer is an outfielder for Paseo Verde Little League in Henderson, Nevada. She was one of only two female players in the entire 2026 Little League World Series field, and her appearance in the U.S. championship game made her the first girl in an LLWS title game since 1998.
How far did Paseo Verde Little League go at the 2026 LLWS?
Paseo Verde opened its run on Thursday, August 20, against West Side Little League from Hamilton, Ohio, then went on to win the U.S. championship. The team lost to Curaçao in the world championship game on Sunday, August 30, finishing as U.S. champions.
Has a Nevada team ever won the Little League World Series?
No Nevada team has ever won the Little League World Series. Paseo Verde's run to the 2026 world championship game came closer than any Nevada team before it, though the title still eluded the state this year.
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