Ludlowe took a three-set defeat the last time they faced off against Warde, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Falcons skirted past the Mustangs 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Falcons have posted since October 16, 2024.
Ludlowe was staring down a 2-1 deficit headed into the fourth set, but they rallied to take the next two for the win. The final score came out to 25-23, 21-25, 21-25, 25-13, 15-11.
Rebecca Karlsen paced Ludlowe's offense, picking up 18 kills. Karlsen got some help from Sidney Ogilvie and her 35 assists. Finley Havens controlled things from the service line, finishing with eight aces.
When it comes to explaining why Warde lost on Wednesday, don't look at Kayla Huynh. Despite the final result, she had 22 digs and four aces. Huynh has been hot, having posted ten or more digs the last six times she's played.
Falcons
| 10/08/25 vs Warde | 3-2 |
| 09/27/25 vs McMahon | 3-0 |
| 09/25/25 vs Westhill | 3-1 |
| 09/20/25 vs New Canaan | 3-1 |
Ludlowe pushed their record up to 11-2 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Warde, with the loss, they broke their four-match winning streak and moved their record to 12-2.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Ludlowe will challenge rival Staples at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Warde is set to face off against their familiar foe Darien at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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