FARMVILLE, Va. (Interstat) — Longwood erupted for six runs in the first inning, highlighted by a grand slam from Jones B., and cruised to a 10-1 victory over NJIT in the season opener for both teams Friday evening at Bolding Stadium.

The Lancers sent 10 batters to the plate in the decisive first frame. Jones cleared the bases with his homer to left, and Brown J. added an RBI double. Longwood capitalized on wild pitches and a sacrifice fly to extend its lead, finishing with eight hits.

NJIT’s lone run came in the fifth when Brody Levin scored on a wild pitch. The Highlanders managed six hits but fell to 0-1. Longwood starts 1-0. The teams continue their series with a doubleheader Saturday.