Massapequa beats Toms River East, advances to Little League World Series

MASSAPEQUA, Long Island (WABC) -- Massapequa Coast Little League defeated Toms River East for a spot in the Little League World Series.

Joey Lionetti pitched a no-hitter in the 4-0 win.

It will be Massapequa's first time to the Little League World Series in their 72-year history.

The tournament starts August 17 in Williamsport.

MORE NEWS | What to know about invasion of spotted lanternfly

Spotted lanternflies, which are hugely destructive to a wide variety of plants, have been spotted in at least 11 states.

---------

* More Long Island news

* Send us a news tip

* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts

* Follow us on YouTube

Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness News

Have a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.