The report identifies Riley Piscitelli as the central figure in the win, contributing a goal and an assist. Heidi Wanamaker and Meryl Lawson also reportedly scored, while Madisyn Abella and Emily Maiella supplied assists.
That spread of contributions matters in a knockout tie. Immaculate Heart did not rely on one finishing outlet, and the three-goal margin indicates that the attack remained productive after taking a 1-0 lead into halftime.
The report says goalkeeper Ellie Alvarado made nine saves and preserved the shutout. That workload points to a meaningful defensive test despite the final margin, particularly before Immaculate Heart added two second-half goals.
Keeping Northern Highlands scoreless was decisive. A clean sheet gave Immaculate Heart room to manage the tie after the break, while the additional goals removed the pressure of a one-goal finish.
Immaculate Heart are reportedly entering the next round with a 10-2-1 season record and a place at No. 11 in the NJ.com Top 20. Those markers provide context for a side carrying strong form into the tournament, although the next fixture will demand another complete performance.
The quarterfinal is scheduled for Saturday at 12:30, against the winner of Pascack Valley and North Arlington. Immaculate Heart’s next storyline is clear: can Piscitelli’s attacking influence and Alvarado’s shot-stopping carry into a semifinal push?