Thomas Borenholtz had a goal in both halves and led Bentonville to a season-opening win at Fort Smith.

Borenholtz, Wyeth McKean and Johnny Merlos each scored in the first half to give the Tigers (1-0) a 3-1 cushion.

Bentonville returns to action in the Bentonville Spring Classic, where the Tigers will take on Tulsa Bishop Kelley at 3:30 p.m. Friday at Wolverine Stadium in Centerton.