Class 2A, No. 2 Eastern Hancock opened the girls basketball season Thursday with a 66-32 victory at Morristown.
The Royals led 14-4 after one quarter and extended the lead to 30-15 at halftime.
A 24-point third quarter ended any doubt about the outcome and the host Yellow Jackets (0-2) scored just three points in the fourth quarter.
Danika Rutledge topped Morristown with 13 points and eight rebounds. Nevaeh Cox finished with 12 points and five rebounds.
Morristown returns to action Monday hosting Class A, No. 9 Tri. The Titans’ season opener is Saturday at Waldron.
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