The 1982 Junior League World Series (then known as the 13 year old Little League World Series) took place from August 17–21 in Taylor, Michigan, United States. Tampa, Florida defeated Libertyville, Illinois in the championship game.

Teams United States International Libertyville, IllinoisCentral Vega Baja, Puerto RicoPuerto Rico Seaford, DelawareEast Tampa, FloridaBelmont HeightsSouth Huntington Beach, CaliforniaRobinwoodWest

Results Seaford Pounded in Opener. The Morning NewsBad-Hop Single Ousts Seaford. The Morning NewsAfter Runner-Up Years, Belmont Heights Dominated the World, and that's a Fact. . St. Petersburg Times

1982 Junior League World Series ChampionsBelmont Heights LLTampa, Florida

Notable players Gary Sheffield (Tampa, Florida) - former MLB outfielder Derek Bell (Tampa, Florida) - former MLB outfielder Delino DeShields (Seaford, Delaware) - former MLB infielder

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