USSSA NJ crowned a new State Champion on the Women’s side, the GEMS coached by Hall of Farmer Jacqui Halyard.

GEMS knocked off longtime rival Slammers in the semi-final followed by sublime(MD) to go through the winner bracket undefeated before the rain came.

Kate Nygaard was selected MVP with Karen Pelkey named Defensive MVP. The all-tournament players included Nicole Pacicco, Danielle Smith, Jess Williams, and Vickie Lamb.