Roswell Celebrates 70th Anniversary of New Mexico's Only Little League World Series Title

The city of Roswell, New Mexico, is marking the 70th anniversary of its 1956 Little League World Series championship, the only time a New Mexico team has won the title. The Lions Hondo All-Stars defeated Delaware Township, New Jersey, in the championship game, with Tommy Jordan delivering a key hit after the opposing pitcher had struck out the first two batters in the fourth inning. The team's victory remains a significant moment in local sports history.