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Phillies' Bryce Harper meets only female player in Little League World Series: ‘I’m really happy for you'

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Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The Philadelphia Phillies were in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, for their Little League Classic game against the Washington Nationals on Sunday, and All-Star Bryce Harper didn’t waste any time experiencing the global baseball phenomenon that is the Little League World Series.

Harper strolled the grounds in Williamsport, where fans in the masses came over to him and teammates to show support, get autographs and take pictures.

Among those for whom he signed memorabilia was Stella Weaver, the only female player in the Little League World Series this year. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Bryce Harper of the Philadelphia Phillies signs autographs for fans before the game against the Washington Nationals, August 20, 2023, in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. (Katherine Woolson / MLB Photos via Getty Images) Weaver is playing with the Southeast’s Nolensville, Tennessee, and started her campaign in Williamsport with a single, a hit-by-pitch and a run scored in the 8-1 win over Rhode Island on Friday.

While signing some things for Weaver, Harper showed support for her. "Congratulations by the way, I’m really happy for you," he said.  BUNK BEDS PERMANENTLY REMOVED AT LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES 1 YEAR AFTER PLAYER'S HEAD INJURY Weaver became the 10th female since the Little League World Series began in 1947 to record a hit in the prestigious tournament.

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