Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Neumann couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They lost 3-0 to the Benjamin Buccaneers on Tuesday. The Celtics have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back matches.
While Neumann was not able to make it on the board, they still kept things close, especially in the third set. The final score came out to 25-14, 25-10, 25-23.
Callee Jones paced Neumann's offense, picking up ten kills. Jones got some help from Sofia Vargas and her 11 assists. Jones was also solid from the service line: she led the team with three aces.
Londyn Clark was the offensive standout of the matchup as she had 15 digs and three assists. That's the most assists she has posted over her last seven contests.
Neumann's defeat dropped their record down to 19-7. As for Benjamin, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-8 record this season.
Neumann does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Benjamin, they will head out on the road to take on First Baptist Academy at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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