Overview

• Fairfield National pitcher Brian Palazzolo listed “actuary” as his dream job during the Little League World Series third-place game.
• Karl Ravech said it was the first time in roughly 20 years of covering the event that he had seen a player choose that profession.
• After broadcasters asked what an actuary does, Ravech offered an imprecise description that conflated the role with property valuation and claims work.
• Practicing actuaries and media accounts posted explanations and jokes on social platforms, with some pointing to resources from professional organizations.
• Fairfield beat Aruba 4-2 to claim third place, with Palazzolo appearing on the mound during the game.