Fairfield National's SJ and Jimmy Taxiltaridis showcased an impressive pitcher-catcher connection during Connecticut's 5-1 victory over Hawaii last week in the Little League World Series, respectively contributing five strikeouts and a series of dazzling defensive plays behind the dish.

Connecticut is one win away from the U.S. Little League Baseball championship after defeating South Dakota 13-1.

Henry Kuka allowed six hits and three earned runs in while striking out six in a complete-game performance.