At Hilltopper Lacrosse, our mission is simple: develop great players, build strong relationships, and strengthen the future of Summit Lacrosse.

Founded to complement and support the Summit lacrosse community, Hilltopper Lacrosse provides year-round opportunities for boys and girls to improve their skills, compete with their friends, and deepen their love for the game. We believe the best player development happens when athletes are challenged, encouraged, and surrounded by teammates who share the same passion for lacrosse.

Our philosophy is captured in four words:

Stay Together. Play Together.

We are committed to keeping Summit players connected throughout their youth lacrosse journey. Whether through clinics, fall training, winter development programs, summer Sixes, or tournament opportunities, our goal is to create an environment where players continue to grow together while representing the Summit lacrosse tradition with pride.

Hilltopper Lacrosse is about much more than wins and losses.

We believe youth sports should teach lessons that last long after the final whistle. 

Our programs emphasize:

• Skill development and lacrosse IQ
• Hard work and accountability
• Teamwork and leadership
• Sportsmanship and character
• Confidence through preparation
• A lifelong love of the game

Every session is designed to help athletes improve while ensuring they have fun, build friendships, and create lasting memories with their teammates.

One of the unique aspects of the Hilltopper experience is the connection between Summit's youth players and the athletes and coaches who have built one of New Jersey's premier lacrosse traditions.

Our programs feature instruction from Summit High School coaches, Summit alumni, current varsity players, and collegiate athletes who serve as mentors and role models for the next generation. These relationships help younger players see what is possible through dedication, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

By connecting youth athletes with those who have walked the same path before them, we help preserve and strengthen the culture that has made Summit Lacrosse successful for generations.

Hilltopper programs are intentionally structured around player development.

We focus on creating high-repetition environments where athletes receive more touches, more opportunities to make decisions, and more chances to develop confidence. Small-sided games, Sixes lacrosse, skill-specific instruction, and game-like competition allow players to learn faster while enjoying the process.

Whether a player is picking up a stick for the first time or preparing for high school competition, our coaches are committed to helping every athlete reach their potential.

Hilltopper Lacrosse works alongside Summit Lacrosse Club and Summit High School Lacrosse to support the long-term growth of the sport in our community. Together, these programs create a pathway that allows young athletes to develop their skills, compete with their friends, and ultimately represent Summit at the high school level.

As a nonprofit organization, we are committed to making our programs accessible to all families. Financial aid is available, and we strive to ensure every player who wants to participate has the opportunity to do so.

We want every player who participates in Hilltopper Lacrosse to leave each session a little more skilled, a little more confident, and even more excited to play the game.

Most importantly, we want every athlete to feel proud to be part of the Summit lacrosse family.

The future of Summit Lacrosse is built one player, one team, and one season at a time—and we are proud to help lead that journey.

Hilltopper Lacrosse
Stay Together. Play Together.