Greenville Lions secured a significant victory with a 56-52 win over Melissa in the District 13-5A opener, marking a momentous achievement for coach Jeff Smith's coaching career.

The win holds great importance as coach Jeff Smith, with 617 career victories, emphasized it as one of the most significant in his coaching career, particularly considering his ties to Greenville.

• Melissa led 12-10 and 26-18 through the first two quarters.
• Greenville started the second half on a 19-4 run to take a 37-30 lead.
• Anthony Johnson finished with a team-high 15 points and made crucial free throws for the Lions.
• The Lions improved to 9-6, 1-0, while Melissa's record stands at 8-8, 0-1.

• Greenville Lions' victory propelled them to a 1-0 start in District 13-5A.
• The team's execution of the game plan and clutch plays in the second half contributed to the significant win.
• Melissa's playoff experience from the previous season heightened concerns for Greenville, making this win even more impactful.

The Lions will participate in the Paris tournament, facing Ponder on Dec. 28, making it crucial to maintain the momentum from this pivotal win.

Greenville Lions' victory over Melissa, inspired by coach Jeff Smith's milestone, marks a pivotal moment in the team's season trajectory and demonstrates their capability to compete at a higher level.