Ludlowe piles up the points against Bridgeport Central

By Team Reports Jan 6, 2024, 4:28pm

Recap: Ludlowe Falcons vs. Bridgeport Central Hilltoppers

The Ludlowe Falcons scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Friday. They breezed by Bridgeport Central at home to the tune of 66-39. That looming 66-39 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Ludlowe yet this season.

Bridgeport Central lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Kai Clarke, who scored 13 points along with eight rebounds and four steals. The matchup was Clarke's sixth in a row with at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Mikayla Kendrick, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten rebounds.

The victory was the third in a row for Ludlowe, bringing their record for this year to 4-3. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive dominance across that stretch, as they averaged 62.0 points per game. As for Bridgeport Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season.

Ludlowe will face off against Greenwich at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Greenwich is on a three-game streak of home wins, Ludlowe a 12-game streak of away wins (dating back to last season)-- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the court. Bridgeport Central will take on Ridgefield at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Ridgefield is currently enjoying a perfect season and no doubt want to keep things rolling.