HANCOCK – The Greene Trojans started off the 2019 season with a bang as they rolled to a 35-20 road win over the Eagles of Deposit Hancock Friday night.

Tristan Austin of the Trojans had an outstanding performance, coming away from the game with 13 tackles, a forced and recovered fumble and add an 80-yard touchdown on a kickoff return. Offensively, Austin reached 100 yards in nine attempts on the ground, finishing with 111 yards for the night.

Zach Gibbon was also a strong presence in the game on both sides of the ball according to head coach Dave Gorton of the Trojans. Gibbon ran for two touchdowns on six carries and 62 yards while catching four passes for 56 yards and a touchdown. The Trojans player also helped with Greene’s field position with his kicking Gorton noted.

“Overall, We did a great job sticking together against a good opponent,” said Gorton. “[The Eagles] are experienced and physical. We also had several players playing in their first varsity game and everyone put together a full effort.”

Deposit/Hancock went up on the scoreboard first as Dominic Wormuth scored from four yards out.