Union started its season on a high note, pulling away in the second half for a 59-42 victory over West Orange in Union.

After a closely contested first half that saw Union hold a slim 21-18 lead at the break, the home team found another gear in the third quarter. Union outscored West Orange 20-15 in the period to extend its advantage to 41-33 heading into the fourth.

Union kept its foot on the gas in the final frame, putting up 18 points while holding West Orange to just 9 to secure the 17-point win.

Max Bleecker led the way for West Orange in the losing effort, tallying a game-high 14 points.

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