WILMINGTON — The East Clinton girls bowling team defeated Blanchester 1954 to 1455 Monday at Royal Z Lanes in the season-opening match.

August Morgan led East Clinton with a 342 (181-161) series while Josie Runk was right there with a 341 (183-158) two-game set. Tessa Bosier had 130 and 160 games while Leanna Wallace had a 124 game.

The Astros won the two team games 1410 to 1070 then increased its lead to 499 pins in the baker games.

Maddie Pembleton paced Blanchester with a 317 series while Kayla Lanham had a 222. Katelyn Toles finished with 197, Emily Watson 175 and Gracie Kaehler 159.

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