In the first two games of the year, both Belmont Abbey wins, Long had a big impact with four points. She tallied a goal, the equalizer in the 84th minute before assisting on the game-winner in the 86th minute as the Crusaders defeated UNC Pembroke 2-1 in the season opener. Long then added an assist on Belmont Abbey's game-tying goal on Saturday in a 2-1 win over Wingate.