Basketball Recap: Norwich Free Academy Piles Up the Points Against Pomperaug

There's no place like home for Norwich Free Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Saturday. They blew past the Pomperaug Panthers 68-28 on Saturday. That 40 point margin sets a new team best for the Wildcats this season.

Norwich Free Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Emily Orcutt, who went 6 of 10 en route to 14 points along with seven boards and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Jordyn Bay-Kent, who went 6 of 10 on her way to 15 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals.

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Norwich Free Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in 22 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.

Norwich Free Academy now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Pomperaug, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 1-2.

Norwich Free Academy will venture away from home to square off against Fitch at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Pomperaug, they will host New Fairfield at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.