2003: Returns as one of the top starters on the Ram pitching staff.

2002: Appeared in 14 games with 11 starts. Posted a 6-3 mark with a 6.45 ERA in 51.2 innings. Was second on the team in strikeouts with 47. Earned WVIAC Pitcher of the Week honors (March 18) with a pair of impressive wins over Mount Olive and SUNY-Oswego.

Prior to Shepherd: A 1999 graduate of Hedgesville High School. Two-year standout pitcher at Potomac State.

Personal: Born 12-31-80. The son of Mark and Marsha Fitzwater. Majoring in sports management.