Lakewood lost against Newark Catholic back in September of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Wednesday. The Lancers came up short against the Green Wave, falling 3-0.
Lakewood took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The final score came out to 25-8, 25-14, 26-24.

Josie Lynch
08/20/25 vs Newark Catholic | 24 |
08/18/25 vs Tri-Valley | 21 |
10/23/24 @ Buckeye Valley | 20 |
10/19/24 @ Eastmoor Academy | 23 |
10/10/24 vs Mt. Vernon | 15 |
+ 7 more games |
When it comes to explaining why Lakewood lost, don't look at Josie Lynch. Despite the final result, she had 24 assists and ten digs. Lynch is on a roll when it comes to assists, as she's now posted 13 or more in each of the last 12 games she's played dating back to last season.
Among those leading the charge was Veronica Bailey, who had 14 digs.
Lakewood's defeat was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Newark Catholic, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Lakewood is set to face off against their familiar foe Granville at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Newark Catholic will challenge rival Northridge at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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