Ethan Smith and Logan Simpkins secure win for Symmes Valley

By Team Reports Feb 25, 2024, 6:31am

Recap: Symmes Valley Vikings vs. Eastern Eagles

The Symmes Valley Vikings have not done well against the Eastern Eagles recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. Symmes Valley came out on top against Eastern by a score of 64-55. Having run the score up that high, both teams probably have some extra defensive drills coming up.

Symmes Valley was led to victory by Ethan Smith and Logan Simpkins. Smith scored 22 points along with six steals, while Simpkins dropped a double-double on 18 points and 13 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Simpkins has scored all season. Tanner Corn was another key contributor, scoring eight points along with seven rebounds and three steals.

Symmes Valley's win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 13-10. As for Eastern, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 14-9.

Symmes Valley will head out on the road to square off against South Webster at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday. Symmes Valley has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 252 points over their last four contests. Eastern does not have any more games scheduled as of now.

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