Padua Academy Swept Charter School of Wilmington

Padua Academy extended its undefeated season record to 7-0 with a dominant three-set victory over Wilmington rivals.

Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Volleyball

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Padua Academy secured a decisive victory against Charter School of Wilmington, winning in three straight sets with scores of 25-14, 25-9, and 25-23. The win keeps Padua Academy undefeated on the season.

Why it matters

The outcome significantly bolsters Padua Academy’s standing as they navigate the current volleyball season without a loss. For the Charter School of Wilmington, the loss highlights ongoing challenges as they aim to improve upon a 2-5 record.

Padua Academy won the match 25-14, 25-9, 25-23, led by Julia Kelley with nine kills and Annamay Hendrixson with four blocks. Charter School of Wilmington’s effort was paced by four kills each from Lily Shaner, Delaney Brown, and Naomi Hill.

The players

Padua Academy

This is a private, all-girls Catholic secondary school located in Wilmington, Delaware.

Charter School of Wilmington

This is a public charter high school in Wilmington, Delaware, focused on math and science.

The details

Padua Academy dominated early play, utilizing a strong serving run from Reagan Maus to pull away in the first set. Charlotte Manning ultimately clinched the match with an attack that deflected off a Charter School defender.

October 1, 2026: The match between Padua Academy and Charter School of Wilmington took place.
October 6, 2026, 5:00 p.m.: Charter School of Wilmington travels to play at MOT Charter.
October 6, 2026, 5:45 p.m.: Padua Academy hosts a match against Caravel.

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Season Trajectory

Padua Academy remains a top contender in the region, maintaining a perfect record that positions them as a favorite for post-season play. This win forces Charter School of Wilmington to reassess its rotation and strategy to regain ground before the end of the year.

Padua Academy’s 7-0 start solidifies their position at the top of the standings as they approach upcoming home games. The result shifts Charter School of Wilmington deeper into a defensive rebuilding phase as they prepare for their next match on the road.

The takeaway

Maintaining an undefeated record requires consistent execution from key players like Julia Kelley and Charlotte Manning. Developing bench depth will be crucial for both teams as they move into the final stretch of the regular season schedule.

What happens next

Padua Academy is scheduled to host Caravel on October 6, 2026, at 5:45 p.m., while Charter School of Wilmington will face MOT Charter on October 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.