The 5-foot-8 senior midfielder led the Lions to a 15-6-1 record and the Class M state final this past season. Staunton scored 21 goals and passed for 17 assists, which accounted for over 73 percent of the team's goals. Despite the loss, she contributed a goal as well as an assist in her final game as Northwest Catholic High fell, 3-2, to Foran in the state title game. The two-time All-New England and three-time All-State honoree, she is a 2025 United Soccer Coaches All-American selection.
Staunton has maintained a 3.48 GPA in the classroom. She has signed a written letter of athletic aid to play soccer on scholarship at the University of Connecticut this fall.
Staunton has volunteered locally with Camp Inspire Ability, where she serves as a counselor for athletes with special needs. She also has donated her time with local food pantries and clothing drives to support the underserved.