Game Stories
Crimson Softball Sweeps Archrival Yale
The Harvard softball team — returning home after six straight games on the road — wasted no time making a statement by sweeping archrival Yale in a three-game series that stretched from Friday to Tuesday.
Harvard Dominates in Break from EIVA Play
The Harvard men’s volleyball team played its second tune-up, non conference match in a row, defeating Dominican University of New York in the friendly confines of the Malkin Athletic Center.
Harvard Women’s Tennis Downs Dartmouth in Five Hour Thriller
The Harvard women’s tennis team returned to Cambridge Sunday in its Ivy League opener against Dartmouth. Family, friends, and fans were treated to a spectacle, as the Crimson prevailed in a hotly contested five-hour-long affair replete with comebacks, injury scares, controversial calls, and a fairy tale finish.
Women’s Rugby Places Third in Sevens Opening at Home Tournament
The Harvard women’s rugby team opened up its sevens season this weekend by placing third in its home tournament, Crimson 7s, after a grueling Saturday full of games.
Harvard Softball Struggles against Princeton, Starts Ivy League Play 0-3
History repeated itself in New Jersey this weekend as the softball team fell to Princeton on the road in its Ivy opener — the Crimson yet again unable to beat the Tigers in a rematch of the 2024 Ivy League Tournament Championship game.
No. 22 Women’s Lacrosse Beats Holy Cross 12-7
After a grueling road trip to play the No. 11 Princeton Tigers this past weekend, the No. 22 Harvard Crimson drove to Holy Cross for a weeknight contest against its in-state rival. Although it was a tight game through the first half, Harvard’s fourth-quarter success spurred the team to a dominant 12-7 rebound win.
Homestand Heroics: No. 12 Men’s Lacrosse Topples RV Michigan 14-11
Broadcaster Adam Pascal was correct in predicting that the battle between No. 12 Harvard and RV Michigan might be reduced to the Crimson’s “sub-plot” of playing a game that came down to two distinct halves, with Harvard eking out a 14-11 win over the visiting Wolverines that all came down to the fourth quarter.
No. 19 Women’s Lacrosse Falls to No. 13 Princeton in Ivy League Opener
Despite a strong start, the Harvard women’s lacrosse team could not contain No. 13 Princeton’s relentless offensive pressure during the Ivy opener, losing 20-6 at Sherrerd Field.
Harvard Men’s Ice Hockey Splits Weekend with Overtime Games Against Yale and Brown
The Harvard men’s ice hockey team faced two close games this past weekend. The Crimson seized victory over its longtime rival, Yale, with a thrilling overtime goal but faltered against Brown, unable to perform during the shootout.
Harvard Men’s Swimming Places Second in Ivy League Championships
After four days and nights of intense competition, Harvard’s men's swimming and diving team placed second in the Ivy League championship — breaking a seven year win streak. The Crimson, tied with the Tigers as competition neared its completion, ultimately totaled 1262.5 points and fell to Princeton by just 68.
Crimson Stumble Against Princeton, Earns Redemption over Penn
Harvard women’s basketball split its final home stand of the season, falling to Princeton in a battle for second place in the Ivy 70-58, then quickly turning the page and downing the University of Pennsylvania on senior night 62-44.
Harvard Stuns Yale, Ending Its Undefeated Ivy League Streak
The Harvard men’s basketball team handed an undefeated Yale its first loss on Saturday in a 74-69 win at home, in an upset that leaves the Crimson in contention for postseason play in Ivy Madness.
Harvard Suffers Postseason Heartbreak Deja Vu Against Brown, 59-52
When the Crimson took the court at Lavities Friday night, the team’s hopes were high following last weekend’s gritty overtime win against Penn — which had kept Ivy Madness tantalizingly within reach — but ultimately fell to the Bear 59-52, in a loss which makes postseason qualification a challenging prospect.
Harvard Faces Defeat At Merrimack College After Successful Weekend
Harvard men’s volleyball faced a tough fight at Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts, ultimately falling to the Warriors 1-3.
Crimson Clinches Ivy Madness in 60-57 Thriller Against Brown
Harvard women’s basketball prevailed on the road 60-57 over Brown in a game that came down to the wire — securing the team’s spot in the Ivy Madness Tournament in the process.
Crimson Clamps Down: Harvard’s Defense Shines in Ivy Wins
Harvard women’s basketball secured a pair of crucial conference wins over New York foes, dominating Cornell with a 66-29 rout before edging out top-ranked Columbia in a hard-fought 60-54 victory.
Harvard Men’s Basketball Prevails Over Cornell for Coach Amaker’s 300th Win
Harvard men’s basketball emerged victorious Saturday night, prevailing 75-73 over Cornell and earning head coach Tommy Amaker’s 300th career victory.
Women’s Fencing Takes Ivy Title, with Men’s Team Placing Fourth
The Harvard women’s fencing team won the Ivy League Championship Sunday for the first time in nine years, with the men’s team finishing fourth overall.
Harvard Puts Huskies on a Leash on Its Way to Beanpot Third Place Win
In its third place game at the 72nd annual Beanpot Tournament, the Harvard men’s ice hockey team defeated the Northeastern Huskies 4-3 in regulation, earning its 21st third-place finish.
Women’s Hockey Falls to Brown and Yale in Final Road Outing
This past weekend, the Harvard women’s hockey team dropped contests against Brown and Yale during its last road trip of the regular season.
Harvard Falters to No. 17 Penn State In Three Sets After Last Night’s Sweeping Victory
The Harvard men’s volleyball team fell 0-3 to No. 17 Penn State on Saturday after crushing the Nittany Lions the day before.
Late Dartmouth Surge Downs Men’s Basketball in Pivotal Road Battle
Harvard men’s basketball team headed to Dartmouth Saturday afternoon looking to keep pace in the intensifying race for the Ivy Madness playoffs, but a late game surge by the Big Green left the Crimson empty-handed.
Harvard Sweeps No. 17 Penn State in Season’s First Conference Match-Up
The Harvard Men’s Volleyball Team dominated perennial conference power No. 17 Penn State with a three-set win Friday night, giving the Crimson a surge of momentum to start their weekend against the Nittany Lion.
Harvard Blown Out 7-1 in Beanpot Semis Against No. 10 Boston University After Second Period Collapse
At the 72nd annual Beanpot Tournament, the Harvard men’s ice hockey team dropped the semifinal game to the Boston University Terriers in a crushing 7-1 defeat.
Men’s Basketball Sinks Columbia, 90-82, Falls Away at Cornell, 75-60
Harvard came into its matchup with Cornell less than 24 hours after securing a hard fought 90-82 victory over Columbia at Levien Gymnasium in New York City. But the Big Red generated a second half-storm Saturday night to blow past the Crimson, 75-60, in the first back-to-back weekend of the Ivy season.