The Vermont D-I softball championships unfolded as they should. #1 BFA, 19-0 going into the title game, looking to cap their second consecutive undefeated championship season, facing #2 Essex, 18-1 going in with their only loss coming to BFA, looking to avenge their loss to BFA in the 2005 title game. The game featured the two top pitchers in the state (Kate & Amanda), two solid defenses, and two powerful offenses -- as well as steady rain that made conditions tough.

The teams took a 0-0 deadlock into the bottom of the 6th ... both teams had threatened, but with every threat, a pitcher and her defense had risen to the occassion. In the bottom of the 6th, BFA speeeedster Jenna beat out a two hopper to shortstop -- and promptly stole 2nd. Kater bunted her to 3rd and then Heather put down a beautiful suicide squeeze allowing Jenna to slide in ahead of the tag. With a 1-0 lead going into the 7th, the Comets battery delivered the spark. Strikeout. Catcher catches foul pop. Strikeout. Game over. Comets win! Kater finished with a 3-hit shutout, walking two and striking out 4 -- two in the final inning to close it.

Nonetheless, here are the memories. Don't miss the Celebration photos over here in a separate gallery.