Ludlow entered their match against Newport on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Ludlow Panthers fell just short of the Newport Wildcats by a score of 32-30. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Panthers have suffered since September 15, 2023.
The critical scores for Newport came from Kyle Lee, Carvonta Roper, and Damarco Jackson.
Ludlow's loss ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-2. As for Newport, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ludlow will venture away from home to face off against Pendleton County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Newport, they will head out on the road to take on Lloyd Memorial at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both have allowed few points on average, (Lloyd Memorial: 12.4, Newport: 16) so any points scored will be well earned.
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