Salem Witches (Salem, MA) backers exited the stadium thrilled Friday as they saw their softball squad run past the host Rockport Vikings (Rockport, MA), 26-7 in a non-league challenge.

The Witches now own a 1-0 record. They take the field next when they travel to Greater Lawrence Tech for a non-league challenge on Monday, April 8.

With the loss, Rockport falls to 0-1 on the campaign. The Vikings host Georgetown (Georgetown, MA) to battle the Royals in a Cape Ann Baker challenge on Monday, April 8. The Royals enter the challenge with a record of 0-0.