Chatham Girls Lacrosse Defeats Summit in Top-5 Matchup

Peyton Furst's five-point performance powers No. 2 Chatham to victory over No. 5 Summit

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:16pm

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Peyton Furst scored three goals and added two assists to lead the second-ranked Chatham girls lacrosse team to a 9-1 victory over the fifth-ranked Summit squad. The win avenged Chatham's final defeat of the 2025 season.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between two of New Jersey's top girls lacrosse programs showcases the talent and competitiveness within the state. Chatham's decisive win over Summit sends a message about their championship aspirations this season.

The details

Furst's offensive outburst powered Chatham to the convincing win. The senior tallied a hat trick and added two assists to account for five of her team's nine goals. Chatham's stifling defense limited Summit to just a single goal in the contest.

  • The game took place on April 11, 2026.

The players

Peyton Furst

A senior on the Chatham girls lacrosse team who scored three goals and had two assists in the win over Summit.

Chatham

The No. 2-ranked girls lacrosse team in New Jersey that defeated No. 5 Summit 9-1.

Summit

The No. 5-ranked girls lacrosse team in New Jersey that lost to Chatham 9-1.

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What they’re saying

“We came out with a lot of energy and really set the tone early. Peyton was unstoppable today and our defense did a great job limiting their opportunities.”

— Chatham Head Coach

The takeaway

Chatham's decisive victory over a top-5 opponent demonstrates their status as one of the premier girls lacrosse programs in New Jersey this season. The team's balanced attack and stifling defense will make them a tough out for any opponent.