The Neumann Celtics didn't have quite enough to beat the Westlake Chaparrals on Saturday and fell 8-6.
Neumann got a good showing from Rowen Lee, who tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Lee has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances.

Luke Parrish
| 03/06/26 @ Sapulpa | 3 |
| 03/07/26 @ Westlake | 2 |
| 02/20/26 vs Cambridge Christian | 2 |
| 02/27/26 vs Venice | 1 |
| 02/24/26 vs Canterbury | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
At the plate, Roman Howery and Luke Parrish did some serious damage despite the final result: Howery went 1-for-2 with one home run and three RBI, while Parrish went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base. Parrish is becoming a predictor of Neumann's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 2-1 (and 2-5 when he doesn't). Taylor Reidy also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Neumann has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season. As for Westlake, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-10.
Coming up, Neumann will look to defend their home field on Thursday against North Broward Prep at 7:00 p.m. The Celtics' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season. Westlake has already played their next matchup (against St. John's), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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