Before heading to the Naval Academy, the Lancers' standout carved out a solid high school career even though her senior year was marred by a knee injury. When the Indians emerged as a Passaic County and Group 3 powerhouse, Garrison was there to help point the way. She made the All-Passaic team three times, recording 41 career shutouts. She allowed only five goals her senior year when Valley and Lakeland shared the Passaic title. The Indians also won the Counties her sophomore and junior years.
Defenders often go unnoticed as they do their job tirelessly.
Her play at sweeper helped the Indians win three Passaic titles. She displayed leadership as well as soccer skills to keep the Highlanders in contention for County and State playoffs. Though her priority was defense, Hardin registered 20 goals and 28 assists. 1989 Harding was the first player to be named to the All-Passaic first team all four years. She played striker and in the midfield, leading the Cardinals to their last County title her senior year.