Neumann unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. The matchup between the Celtics and the IMG Academy Junior National Ascenders didn't end well, with the Celtics falling 35-21. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Neumann's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jayden Petit, who picked up 132 receiving yards and a pair of TDs. The Celtics also got a significant boost from Louvens Bazile, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 87 yards.
Coming up, Neumann will square off against Evangelical Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for IMG Academy Junior National, they will challenge Key West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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