It may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Smyrna ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They managed a 75-71 win over the Riverdale Warriors. The victory continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their matchups with the Warriors: they've now won four in a row.

Elliyon Kinzer
| 01/20/26 vs Riverdale | 40 |
| 11/24/25 vs Nolensville | 37 |
| 12/05/25 vs Central Magnet | 33 |
| 12/22/25 vs Evangel Christian | 30 |
| 11/25/25 @ Ravenwood | 27 |
It was another big night for Elliyon Kinzer, who went 15-for-24 on his way to 40 points and six boards. Those 40 points gave him a new career-high. Kaden Matthews was another key player, putting up 15 points and six rebounds.
Smyrna smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in three consecutive contests.
Smyrna's record is now 11-6. As for Riverdale, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-12.
Coming up, Smyrna will venture away from home to take on Stewarts Creek at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Riverdale, they will welcome Siegel at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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