Key Points
  • Neumann University women's volleyball team spent four days in Puerto Rico playing volleyball, sightseeing, swimming, and enjoying the sun over the recent fall break.
  • They played two matches at Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, facing University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon and Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, with the latter being a thrilling five-set victory for Neumann.
  • On their last day, the team did guided beach yoga before heading back to the hotel to complete homework, swim, and pack before returning to Philadelphia.
  • Junior setter Dani Smith found the trip to be very bonding for the team, emphasizing the closeness and unity they experienced during their time in Puerto Rico.
  • Nayeli Cruz, a first-year middle blocker for the Knights, found the trip extra special as she is from Carolina, Puerto Rico, and appreciated the support from her home country.