Riverside's Amdor named first-team all-WIC

Junior led Bulldogs' push for first state tournament berth in 13 years

Mar. 14, 2026 at 10:08pm

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Riverside junior Peyton Amdor was a standout player for the Bulldogs' boys' basketball team, which came up just short of its first state tournament appearance in 13 years. Amdor's strong performance earned him a spot on the all-West Iowa Conference first team.

Why it matters

Riverside's boys' basketball team has struggled to reach the state tournament in recent years, so Amdor's leadership and skill helped the Bulldogs make a deep postseason run, even if they ultimately fell short of their goal.

The details

Amdor was a key contributor for the Bulldogs, who were playing for their first state tournament berth since 2013. While the team didn't quite make it to state, Amdor's efforts were a big part of their successful season and postseason push.

  • The Bulldogs last reached the state tournament in 2013.
  • Riverside made a deep postseason run in the 2025-26 season.

The players

Peyton Amdor

A junior on the Riverside Bulldogs boys' basketball team.

Riverside Bulldogs

The boys' basketball team from Riverside, Iowa, which was playing for its first state tournament berth in 13 years.

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The takeaway

Amdor's strong play helped the Riverside Bulldogs make a deep postseason run, even if they ultimately fell short of their goal of reaching the state tournament for the first time in over a decade. The team's success this season suggests they could be poised for an even stronger campaign next year.