Norwich Free Academy suffered their closest loss since December 29, 2023 on Saturday. They fell just short of the Ridgefield Tigers by a score of 37-34. The defeat continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Tigers: they've now lost three in a row.
Norwich Free Academy lost despite a true team effort on offense, the best among them being Emily Orcutt, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 11 boards. Another player making a difference was Jordyn Bay-Kent, who posted eight points and eight rebounds.
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| 12/28/24 @ Ridgefield | 34-37 |
| 12/27/24 @ Conard | 35-42 |
Even though they lost, Norwich Free Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in 21 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Norwich Free Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Ridgefield, their victory bumped their record up to 2-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Norwich Free Academy Wildcats challenge the Pomperaug Panthers at 2:00 p.m. on January 4, 2025. As for Ridgefield, they will square off against Bridgeport Central at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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