Misappropriation of Funds Jeopardizes East Las Vegas Little League

More than $85,000 allegedly misused from league's bank account, leaving just $25 remaining

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:05am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled, empty baseball glove against a pitch-black background, conveying a sense of abandonment and uncertainty surrounding the community's youth baseball program.The alleged financial mismanagement at the Central Little League has left the future of the community's youth baseball program in jeopardy.Las Vegas Today

A little league serving families in east Las Vegas is facing an uncertain future after tens of thousands of dollars were reportedly misappropriated from the organization's bank account. The Central Little League, which has over 200 children participating, notified families of 'discrepancies' in the league's finances, with bank statements showing purchases for flights, hotel stays, and strip club visits. The league has reported the matter to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department, and Nevada District 2, which oversees the league, is aware of the situation and will support the investigation to ensure players can finish the season.

Why it matters

The Central Little League is a vital community resource for families in east Las Vegas, a relatively low-income area. The alleged misappropriation of funds threatens the league's ability to continue operations, depriving local children of an important outlet and source of stability in their lives.

The details

According to multiple sources, about $85,000 may have been misused from the Central Little League's bank account, leaving just $25 remaining. Bank statements reportedly showed purchases for flights, hotel stays, and strip club visits, though the league's letter stated the issues do not reflect actions from the prior president or previous board members. The league has reported the matter to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department, and Nevada District 2, which oversees the league, is aware of the situation and will support the investigation to ensure players can finish the season.

  • On April 10, 2026, the Central Little League notified families of 'discrepancies' in the league's finances.
  • The alleged misappropriation of funds occurred between December 10, 2025, and April 10, 2026.

The players

Central Little League

A little league that serves families in east Las Vegas, with over 200 children participating.

Nevada District 2

The district that oversees the Central Little League and is aware of the situation, pledging to support the investigation.

Las Vegas Metro Police Department

The law enforcement agency that the Central Little League has reported the alleged misappropriation of funds to.

Ana Bernal

A community member whose 11-year-old brother and 8-year-old sister play in the Central Little League.

Carlos Carranza

A coach for the Central Little League who is concerned for the children.

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What they’re saying

“It feels like a slap of the face not just to like me personally, but to the entire community. This is not the richest community.”

— Ana Bernal

“It's really concerning about the kids. They come here almost twice, three times a week to play some baseball, you know, stay off the streets, and to have something to put their mind into.”

— Carlos Carranza, Coach

What’s next

No one has been charged yet for the alleged financial mismanagement, but leaders of Central Little League reported it to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department. The investigation is ongoing.

The takeaway

The alleged misappropriation of funds from the Central Little League, a vital community resource for families in east Las Vegas, highlights the importance of financial accountability and transparency in youth sports organizations. The future of the league is now in jeopardy, depriving local children of an important outlet and source of stability.