NFA Edges Fitch in Pitchers' Duel

Holmberg's shutout performance leads Norwich Free Academy to 1-0 win over Fitch.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:33am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic action of a high school baseball game, with sharp planes of navy, green, and orange overlapping to create a sense of motion and competition.A cubist interpretation of the intense pitchers' duel between Norwich Free Academy and Fitch high schools.Norwich Today

In a tight Eastern Connecticut Conference Division I matchup, the Norwich Free Academy baseball team defeated Fitch 1-0 on Thursday. NFA pitcher Jacob Holmberg threw a three-hit shutout over 6.2 innings, striking out 8 and walking 2, while teammate Carter Stringer recorded the final out via strikeout.

Why it matters

This low-scoring affair highlighted the strong pitching talent in the ECC, as both teams showcased impressive mound performances. The win keeps NFA competitive in the division race, while Fitch will look to rebound from the tough loss.

The details

Holmberg was dominant on the mound for NFA, limiting Fitch to just 3 hits over his 6.2 innings of work. He struck out 8 batters and walked 2. With the game still scoreless in the late innings, Stringer came in to record the final out via strikeout and preserve the 1-0 victory for the Wildcats.

  • The game was played on Thursday, April 17, 2026.

The players

Jacob Holmberg

The starting pitcher for the Norwich Free Academy baseball team, who threw a 3-hit shutout over 6.2 innings.

Carter Stringer

The relief pitcher for Norwich Free Academy who recorded the final out of the game via strikeout.

Norwich Free Academy

The high school baseball team that defeated Fitch 1-0 in this Eastern Connecticut Conference Division I matchup.

Fitch

The high school baseball team that lost 1-0 to Norwich Free Academy in this Eastern Connecticut Conference Division I game.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

The takeaway

This tight, low-scoring affair showcased the strong pitching talent in the Eastern Connecticut Conference, as both teams' hurlers delivered impressive performances on the mound. The win keeps Norwich Free Academy competitive in the division race, while Fitch will look to rebound from the tough loss.