Samantha Janus recorded two goals and one assist to lead seventh-seeded Vernon past 10th-seeded Holmdel 3-0 in the first round of the North Jersey, Group 2 Tournament in Vernon.

Vernon (12-5-2) took a 1-0 lead in the first quarter and extended it to 3-0 in the third.

Madigan VanBlarcom added a goal and an assist, while Alexis Inoa made four saves to earn the shutout.

Charlotte Wall had a busy day in net for Holmdel (9-10), making 26 saves.

Vernon advanced to face second-seeded Voorhees in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.

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