The road to the state playoffs wasn’t always smooth, but for the Hightstown High School girls lacrosse team, that path has forged a squad that’s stronger, smarter, and more determined than ever. Now, with a record-setting regular season behind them and a home playoff game on deck, the Rams are charging into the South Jersey Group III Tournament with momentum—and belief.
From a rocky 1–3 start to a dominant 14–4 overall finish, Hightstown has redefined resilience, stacking up 13 wins in their last 14 games. That surge didn’t just earn them headlines—it locked them in as one of the top teams in Central Jersey and gave them the No. 8 seed in the upcoming bracket.
And now? It’s go time.
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From Adversity to Ascendancy
When the 2025 schedule dropped, head coach Erin Scheno saw what every coach dreads: a brutal opening slate, packed with Colonial Valley Conference powerhouses. And it played out accordingly, with Hightstown stumbling out of the gate.
But what happened next speaks volumes.
“We knew those first games would test us,” said Scheno. “We didn’t panic. We got to work.”
That mindset shift sparked something. Defensive adjustments, leadership growth, and a fresh focus on team chemistry helped the Rams catch fire—and stay hot. Since early April, Hightstown has looked every bit the part of a playoff-caliber program.
Home Field, High Stakes
One of the team’s major goals from day one? Host a state tournament game. Check that box.
On Thursday, the Rams will welcome No. 9 seed Central Regional (12–6) to their home turf, where they’ve thrived this spring.
“Playing one more game in front of our fans, on our field—it’s a big deal,” said Scheno. “This team deserves that moment.”
And the Rams are clicking at the right time. Since falling to Notre Dame in the CVC semifinals, they’ve rattled off five straight wins, averaging a whopping 16.6 goals per game in that stretch.
Record Breakers & Rising Stars
This team isn’t just winning—they’re rewriting Hightstown history.
Senior captain Sophie Cammarata continues to torch the record books. With 60 goals and a career-high 21 assists this season, the future Penn State Nittany Lion has amassed an eye-popping 261 career goals and 323 points—both school records.
She’s not alone. Lexi Wersching is heating up with 16 goals in her last three games and a personal-best 55 on the season. Meanwhile, Grace Weissenberger—who recently passed the 100-goal career mark—leads the team with 28 assists and 48 goals overall. She’s been on a tear, too, with 16 in her last four games.
Elle Quigg has added 31 goals to the Rams’ arsenal, and goalie Lily Fleming has been a force between the pipes, posting a stellar 6.71 goals-against average.
Eyes on the Prize
Standing in their way is a tough Central Regional team that’s fresh off a Shore Conference Colonial Division title. Their leader? Freshman phenom Addison Frulio, who has notched 60 goals and controlled 101 draws. She’s no stranger to high-pressure games, either—she helped anchor Central’s girls soccer team to the Group IV sectional final last fall.
But Hightstown isn’t backing down.
“Our defense knows what’s at stake,” said Scheno. “It’ll take total team effort—every player locked in, communicating, hustling, doing the little things right. But we’re ready.”
The X-Factor? Grit.
Scheno isn’t just proud of the wins. She’s proud of how they’ve won.
“The biggest thing about this group is their persistence. They show up for each other, no matter the challenge. That’s what defines this team.”
After a season full of learning, growing, and dominating, the Rams are heading into the state playoffs not just as contenders—but as believers. They’ve turned early setbacks into fuel, and they’re hungry to see how far they can go.
“We’re playing our best lacrosse right now,” Scheno said. “The girls believe in each other—and that’s everything.”
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