WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. -- Maine-Endwell, New York's entry in the Little League World Series, is one win away from the world championship game.

Behind six RBI on five hits from Jude Abbadessa, including a home run, Maine-Endwell beat Bowling Green, Ky., 13-10 Wednesday night to advance to the U.S. championship game on Saturday.

In a back-and-forth offensive game, Maine-Endwell finally put it away with three runs in the bottom of the fifth inning. Jack Hopko and Conner Rush drove in two runs each for the victors. Abbadessa pitched 2 2/3 innings in relief of starter Ryan Harlost, earning the win.

Throughout the tournament, the stadium has been packed, and it's not hard to find those blue shirts among the crowds.

Maine-Endwell fans are thrilled the team has made it this far.

"It's so exciting because it hasn't happened in my memory, and I think it has really pulled the community together, so it's a great thing!" Maine-Endwell fan Mary Strojny said.

"I'm incredibly proud," Sen. Fred Akshar said. "These kids showed so much heart, determination. Most importantly teamwork tonight. They came through in a big way. Everybody chipped in. It's just overwhelming"

"Pure exhilaration," Maine-Endwell Little League president Mitch Gorton said. "This is phenomenal for our community. All the hard work and dedication that the players put in throughout the years, let alone this year, has really paid off. It's just an unbelievable experience."

The team remains unbeaten through the tournament so far and will face either Bowling Green, Ky., or Goodlettsville, Tenn., who will play each other Thursday. Maine-Endwell has beaten each team.