No. 2 Ludlowe football rides quarterback Ryan Love, defense, to win over No. 7 Staples

In a thrilling football game on Friday, November 13, 2026, Ludlowe's No. 2-ranked Falcons emerged victorious with a score of 28-7 against their rival, No. 7 Staples. Quarterback Ryan Love played a pivotal role in the win, throwing two touchdown passes and running for an additional two scores. The Ludlowe defense was equally impressive, allowing Staples to accumulate only 38 yards of offense and two first downs in the first half, which enabled the Falcons to establish a three-score lead.

This victory marks Ludlowe's second consecutive win against Staples, who currently hold a 6-2 head-to-head advantage. Last year, Ludlowe edged out Staples with a narrow 28-21 win. The Falcons are currently undefeated at 9-0, and they will host Warde (5-3) in a crucial Thanksgiving eve game with the opportunity to achieve an undefeated regular season. Meanwhile, Staples (7-2) also has its own challenge ahead, as they will host No. 6 Greenwich (6-2) on Thanksgiving day.