LATHAM, N.Y. – The United East Conference recently announced their Men's Volleyball All-Sportsmanship Team and Neumann University's Christian Johnson was among the honorees.
 
The United East All-Sportsmanship Team recognizes student-athletes who epitomize the ideals of sportsmanship. Student-athletes selected to the All-Sportsmanship Team demonstrate fair play, graciousness in victory and respectfulness in defeat. Each individual has been chosen by their coach as a representative who embodies the Division III spirit.
 
Johnson was a solid two-way player for the Knights this season. He accrued 156 assists and 10 service aces on the offensive side. Defensively, the senior had 46 digs and four block assists in 88 sets played.
 
He helped the Knights to their first-ever conference playoff appearance along with a 14-12 overall record, 5-3 in conference play. The Allentown, Pa. native was also key in getting the Knights their first playoff win as they defeated Saint Elizabeth College in the first round in straight sets.