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The 16U New Ulm Blue Softball team placed first in the Tier 5 State Championship this past weekend, going 8-1 in the tournament and defeating St. Peter 16U Hyland 6-4 in the championship game.

Front row (l-r): Chloe Kachelmeier, Gracie Baker, Calli Koop, Lily Poehler, Makenna LeGare, Amber Moll.

Back row (l-r): Coach Brianna Sieve, Megan Brudelie, Keira Sullivan, Shelby Serbus, Keira Sullivan, Madisyn Meyer, Brogan Hulke, Coach Randy Baker.