Hope Ernst commits to Virginia after standout season at Ramsey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:42 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Hope Ernst, the North Jersey Girls Soccer Player of the Year, has committed to Virginia following an impressive All-American sophomore season. At Ramsey, she led her team to a 25-0 record, notching 31 goals and 23 assists. Ernst's success follows a strong freshman year where she contributed by starting every game and helping secure a county title. Her commitment comes shortly after teammate Lizzie Rubin announced her plans to join Princeton. Virginia has a notable reputation in women's soccer, recently reaching the NCAA Round of 16.
- •Ernst scored 31 goals and assisted 23 for Ramsey last season.
- •Ramsey finished their season 25-0 with league and state titles.
- •Virginia reached the NCAA Round of 16 last season.
- •Teammate Lizzie Rubin committed to Princeton shortly before Ernst.
- •Both players are among North Jersey's top talents.
- 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — North Jersey girls soccer star commits to national powerhouse
"The North Jersey Girls Soccer Player of the Year committed to a national power on the heels of an All-American sophomore season.
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