Neumann Regional Academy was the 51-28 winner over Benton when they last played one another back in February, but their luck changed this time around. The Neumann Regional Academy Golden Knights fell 48-39 to the Benton Tigers on Wednesday. The Golden Knights have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Neumann Regional Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kallee Johnson, who posted six points along with six rebounds and five steals. Johnson is also crushing it when it comes to blocks: she's posted at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Niyah Tutler, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 11 rebounds.
Even though they lost, Neumann Regional Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in nine consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Neumann Regional Academy's defeat ended an 11-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Neumann Regional Academy will challenge Montgomery at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Benton has already played their next matchup (against Neumann Regional Academy), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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