BOSTON - Emmanuel won its 11th Great Northeast Athletic Conference women's basketball title on Saturday, defeating Norwich, 63-55, in the title game. Emmanuel's Iman Davis led the way for the Saints with 20 points, while Norwich's Kayleigh Shappy led all scorers with a career-high 24 points, including four three-point baskets.

The top-seeded Saints (27-1) led the second-seeded Cadets (24-3) by the count of 23-21 at the half but went on to lead by as many as 11 points midway through the second half. The Saints' defense forced 23 Cadet turnovers and Emmanuel out-rebounded Norwich, 43-38.

Emmanuel forward LaTeisha Johnson hit for 14 points, pulled down a team-high 8 rebounds, and blocked 3 shots, while freshman forward Tommia Davis netted 12 points and grabbed 6 boards.

Norwich center Sarah Chap recorded a double-double with 11 points and 14 boards. Chap and Natalie Marchese were named to the All-Tournament Team for Norwich.

Emmanuel's Iman Davis and Tommia Davis were All-Tournament Team selections. After shooting an incredible 12 for 14 for the tournament, the Saints' LaTeisha Johnson was voted the tournament's Most Valuable Player.

By winning the GNAC title, Emmanuel will receive an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Tournament, while Norwich awaits word on an at-large bid. The national tournament will begin on Friday, March 2.