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Waterbury Defeats Seymour in District 3 Finals Amid Eligibility Dispute
Waterbury Roberto Clemente Little League secured the District 3 championship with a decisive 9‑1 win over Seymour in Shelton. The game was marked by controversy as Seymour lodged an official protest, alleging that Waterbury fielded ineligible players from neighboring towns without proper waivers. Waterbury countered by providing Little League International documentation validating those players’ grandfathered status. The protest remained unresolved as of the reporting date, yet such a high-stakes administrative dispute accompanied the on‑field outcome. Seymour’s advancement to the finals after emerging victorious from the loser's bracket underscored the team’s resilience despite the outcome. The club’s path highlights both competitive drive and adherence to league governance.