The high school lacrosse season is in full swing, and last week delivered another slate of incredible individual performances. From clutch goals to milestone moments, North Jersey's athletes left it all on the field. Now, it's your turn to decide who deserves the spotlight.
Let's break down the standout candidates from April 6-12. These players didn't just contribute; they dominated, leading their teams to crucial victories and etching their names in the record books.
For River Dell, Julia Allen was an unstoppable force, netting eight goals and dishing five assists. Her all-around effort, including 12 draw controls and seven ground balls, powered her team to a road win over Old Tappan and a dramatic overtime victory against Wayne Hills.
Ridgewood's Charlotte McCrone faced a gauntlet of top competition and excelled. In four wins—including an upset over state No. 1 Oak Knoll—she tallied 11 goals, three assists, and a commanding 25 draw controls, proving herself against Bergen County's best.
Indian Hills' Sofia Solis was a scoring machine, matching her career high with six goals in consecutive wins over Indian Hills and Waldwick. She supplemented her offensive outburst with four assists and 10 draw controls, showcasing her versatility.
Holy Angels' star and Liberty commit, Katie Whelan, reached a phenomenal career milestone: her 200th goal. With over a season still to play, she shows no signs of slowing down, adding 11 goals and three assists in just two games last week.
On the defensive end, Butler's Anthony Amato was a brick wall in goal. He made a staggering 27 saves on 30 shots across two wins, including a perfect 12-save shutout against Passaic Tech, to anchor the Bulldogs' success.
Sparta's attack was led by Ohio Wesleyan commit Brody Van Lenten, who had a truly monstrous week. He poured in 16 goals and two assists, surpassing 100 career points in the process and establishing himself as an offensive powerhouse.
In a high-stakes Gibbs Division clash, Don Bosco's Aidan Murphy rose to the occasion. He powered the offense with six goals and an assist to help the second-ranked Maroons secure a pivotal 10-7 victory over No. 3 Bergen Catholic.
Pascack Hills' Brady Snudden orchestrated the offense with precision, racking up 12 points in a single game to surpass 100 for his career. His week totals—10 goals and 11 assists—were instrumental in guiding the Braves to a 2-1 record.
The choice is yours. Review these impressive feats and cast your vote below for the HSS North Jersey Lacrosse Player of the Week. Who had the performance that defined the week?