Hardin-Central has already taken two steps toward posting its fifth straight winning season in varsity girls basketball. On Nov. 21, the girls opened the regular season by holding off visiting Polo 4438. They then defeated Chilhowee 48-42 Nov. 25 on the road. At press time, the Hardin-Central girls were scheduled to face Richmond Thursday at Richmond and Tri-County Friday at Jamesport. Here’s an additional look at the ballclub, courtesy of some answers to the Richmond News’ preview questionnaire, as submitted by coach Tommy Burton … Number of returning letter winners: Eight. Names and year in school of returning starters: Ester Kincaid, senior; Hannah Finley, senior; Lilly Lyon, senior; Kelsey Nolker, senior. What athletes will help lead the program? What qualities do they possess that will make them effective leaders? “I have four returning seniors that I am looking forward to leading this program this year. Lilly Lyon, who is returning from an ACL tear from last year, has…