'Jersey Shake' Dance Off To Feature Elmora Troopers

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — The Elmora Troopers who inspired everybody – including professional baseball players – with their own dance move will be showing off their dance skills at the Somerset Patriots stadium on Thursday, Sept. 12.

The Elizabeth-based Troopers, who represented the Mid-Atlantic region in the 2019 Little League World Series, will be honored by the Somerset Patriots at TD Bank Ballpark. The first pitch between the Somerset Patriots and the Sugar Land Skeeters is scheduled for 6:35 p.m.

The team will also be part of a "Jersey Shake" Dance Off to see who can perform their signature move the best. The team created the "Jersey Shake" which Major League Baseball players are imitating. Watch Frazier strut his moves:

The Elmora Troopers will also take batting practice with the team and will be recognized in a pre-game ceremony on the field for their terrific run in the Little League World Series. (See Related: NJ Team Loses Little League World Series, But Inspires 'Shake')

The little leaguers will serve as the evening’s Baseball Buddies and take the field with the Somerset Patriots during the singing of the National Anthem.

During the game, the Troopers will be taking pictures, signing autographs, and meeting fans on the main concourse.

The Somerset Patriots are inviting all youth baseball and softball teams, coaches, and families to come out to celebrate the accomplishments of the Elmora Troopers this season. A special promo code has been set up for $4 Upper Box tickets for the game. Fans can use Promo Code: Trooper to receive the discount for online orders.

The Elmora Troopers were one of only eight teams from across the United States to make the 2019 Little League World Series.

The team's name is in honor of New Jersey State Trooper Thomas J. Hanratty, who was killed in the line of duty in a motor vehicle accident. Hanratty had played in the Elmora Little League as a child and the league’s complex is named in his memory. All the players and coaches wore his badge #4971 on their uniforms throughout the season.

The Somerset Patriots will host a 50-50 raffle at the game to benefit the State Troopers Fraternal Association in honor of Trooper Hanratty. The team will also honor his memory with a moment of silence before the National Anthem.

For more information, visit www.somersetpatriots.com.

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