Waterford Wildcats came up trumps against the newly promoted Ulster University at the Mercy Gym.
Tommy O Mahony's side outshot the northern visitors 81 - 69 to start off their campaign with an opening day victory.
Leading at halftime 49 to 29, the Wildcats kept their foot on the throttle throughout with Sarah Hickey top scoring on 22 points, while new American Player Kari Seay netted 20 and Caitlin Gloeckner chipped in with 10 points along the way.
Dean Kavanagh's Vikings meanwhile fell short against the Drogheda Wolves.
The task was tough before the teams came onto the court with the away side missing three starters.
Wolves outscored the Vikings 99 - 55 to deny a Waterford double on the first day of the season.
Vikings are home to Scott’s Lakers Killarney next Saturday and Kavanagh will be looking for a much better performance in their first home game.
The Wildcats meanwhile will be on the road this weekend. They make the trip to Fr Matthews of Cork on Saturday for round 2.
