CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Interstat) — Navy opened its season with a commanding 12-1 victory over Queens University of North Carolina on Friday evening at Truist Park. The Midshipmen scored in five different innings, powered by a 13-hit attack.

Navy’s J. Loudon led the offensive onslaught, going 4-for-5 with a home run, two doubles and six RBIs. The Midshipmen capitalized with three sacrifice flies. Queens managed only four hits, with K. McDowell’s solo home run in the sixth inning preventing the shutout.

Navy starter Joseph Ruller earned the win, while Queens’ Avery Booker took the loss. The Midshipmen improved to 1-0, while the Royals fell to 0-1. The teams continue their series with a doubleheader Saturday.