It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Canterbury can now relate to. They took a 49-45 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Neumann Celtics. The Cougars were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Celtics earlier this season, when they won 46-27.
Casey O'Connell
| 02/13/25 vs Neumann | 4 |
| 02/06/25 @ Evangelical Christian | 1 |
| 01/28/25 vs Palmetto Ridge | 3 |
| 01/24/25 @ Evangelical Christian | 1 |
| 01/22/25 @ Riverview Sarasota | 2 |
| + 14 more games |
Despite the defeat, Canterbury had strong showings from Casey O'Connell, who posted 16 points in addition to eight boards and five steals, and Trinity O'Connell, who put up 15 points along with six rebounds and three steals. What's more, Casey posted four assists, the most she's had since back in November of 2024. Kaya Langford was another key player, putting up nine points.
Even though they lost, Canterbury was working as a unit and finished the game with 11 assists. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Neumann only five assists.
Neumann's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mylee Van De wouw, who went 9-for-15 to rack up 23 points in addition to seven boards and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Gracyn Crosby, who scored 11 points along with five rebounds and three steals.
Canterbury has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-10 record this season. Neumann has been performing well recently as they've won 13 of their last 16 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-12 record this season.
Canterbury does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Neumann, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 36-33 loss against First Baptist Academy on the 18th.
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