Football Game Preview: Neumann Celtics vs. First Baptist Academy Lions + Official Tickets

Neumann hasn't had much luck against First Baptist Academy recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Celtics will be playing in front of their home fans against the Lions at 7:00 p.m. Neither Neumann nor First Baptist Academy posted many points in their last games, so it might be the defenses that decide this one.

On Friday, Neumann came up short against Carrollwood Day and fell 20-13. The game marked the Celtics' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.

Jayden Petit

Receiving Yards

10/03/25 @ Carrollwood Day	107
09/26/25 @ Community School of Naples	301
09/12/25 @ Oasis	122
09/05/25 @ Coral Springs Charter	162
08/22/25 vs IMG Academy Junior National	132

Despite the loss, Neumann got top-tier performance from Jayden Petit, who picked up 107 receiving yards and one score, and also punched in one rushing score. Petit is crushing it when it comes to receiving yards: he's posted at least 107 every time he's taken the field this season.

Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for First Baptist Academy's offense. They had to suffer through a 35-0 loss at the hands of Southwest Florida Christian.

Neumann's defeat dropped their record down to 4-3. As for First Baptist Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 1-6.

Neumann took a serious blow against First Baptist Academy in their previous meeting back in November of 2024, falling 52-7. Will the Celtics have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.