Franklin Academy had lost four straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 6-6 to make it five. They lost 3-0 to the Flanagan Falcons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Panthers of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
Ian Alvarez paced Franklin Academy's offense, picking up four kills. Alvarez got some help from Alexander Noda and his 12 assists. Finally, Jalil Lowman kept Franklin Academy's defense grounded, leading the team with three blocks.
As for Flanagan, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 7-9 record this season. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since April 1st (when they won 3-0).
Oscar Benitez had an outrageously good game as he had 18 digs. Nathaniel Hernandez also deserves some recognition as he served his first ace of the season.
Franklin Academy wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 3-0 defeat against American Heritage on the 21st. As for Flanagan, they have also already played their next contest, a 3-2 victory against Cooper City on the 21st.
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