Bob Hope Lady Eagles head coach Stephanie Jones noted that her team played great defense and was moving the ball well on offense during their strong season start at home Tuesday, beating the Hackberry, La., Lady Mustangs 26-22.

Senior Esmeralda Cruz led the Lady Eagles with seven points while sophomore Aneth Mendoza scored five points. Sophomores Victoria Gutierrez and Jennifer Lopez each scored four points.

Bob Hope will host Anahuac today at 5:30 p.m.