LOUISVILLE, Ky. – With the recent developments regarding the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the NFCA has made the decision to cancel the 2020 New Jersey High School Leadoff Classic. The 16-team tournament was to be held, April 4-5 at the Essex County Branch Brook Park in Essex, N.J.

 "The health, safety, and well-being of softball student-athletes, coaches, umpires and fans are top priority at this time,” said NFCA Executive Director Carol Bruggeman. "We look forward to returning in 2021."

The 2021 tournament will be played at a to be determined date.