Which team made its first-ever Little League World Series appearance for Australia in 2026?

Ryde Little League made its first-ever Little League World Series appearance for Australia in 2026.

Ryde Little League is based in Sydney, New South Wales. Its qualification gave the program its debut at the international tournament, even though Australia itself has a longer history in Little League competition.

The 2026 field included 10 international teams, with Australia occupying one of the international regions. Ryde was listed separately from the Japan, Canada, Curaçao, and other regional representatives.

A first appearance by a league is different from a country’s first appearance. Australia had already competed in previous Little League World Series tournaments; the new milestone belonged specifically to Ryde Little League.