First Selectman Flatto Travels To Williamsport To Watch Fairfield American's Win

First Selectman Ken Flatto was among a large contingent of Fairfielders who were in Williamsport, Pennsylvania on Friday to watch Fairfield American's thrilling victory over Auburn, Washington in the opening game of the 64th Little League World Series.

Jack Quinn's two-run double in the bottom of the fifth inning snapped a tie and lifted Fairfield American to a 3-1 victory at Volunteer Stadium.

“Way to go," Flatto said. "What a great team effort. This is one of the most exciting local events for our entire community and Fairfield’s American Little League team is making us all incredibly proud of their accomplishments.”

In an interview with ESPN immediately following the game, Fairfield manager Chris Daley pointed to the sea of red in the stands. Late in the game, chants of "Let's Go, Fairfield" could be heard.

Williamsport is about a 4 1/2-hour drive from Fairfield.

 "We had incredible support from the town all game-long that really pulled us through," Daley said. "It means everything for us and the team, all the families, the extended families and a whole host of town people that came to support us. It just feels wonderful."

Nick Nardone recorded the win Friday, allowing one unearned run over 5 2/3 innings with no walks and 10 strikeouts.

Eddie Magi recorded the final out for the save, just as he did in Fairfield American's 1-0 victory over Rhode Island in the New England Regional championship game.

Fairfield American continued its remarkable penchant for winning close games. Its five wins in  the regionals were by a combined eight runs, and that trend continued Friday.

The team will be back in action on Sunday night in the winners' bracket of pool B.