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No. 10 Harvard Collapses Against No. 25 Yale 45-28, Ending Perfect Season
Junior Xaviah Bascon rushes through Yale's defense. Bascon provided some of the few moments of momentum for the Harvard. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Connor Castañeda, Praveen Kumar, and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers No. 10 Harvard (9-1, 6-1 Ivy) collapsed against No. 25 Yale (8-2, 6-1 Ivy) for the fourth straight year in a humiliating 45-28 defeat — its first loss this season and a stunning upset in a game that was ugly from the start.
Welcome to The Game!
One hundred fifty years ago, Harvard’s football team suited up in New Haven, Conn., to face Yale for the first time. From there, a tradition was born — one that has brought celebrations and heartbreak for generations of Crimson and Bulldogs fans, in games full of high stakes and with Ivy League titles on the line. This year, though, both teams will be fighting for something more — a chance to make history by securing the first automatic bid for the FCS playoffs for an Ivy League team.
Editor's Note: The 60th Annual Head of the Charles Regatta
The Newell Boathouse overlooking the Charles River By Briana Howard Pagán By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Welcome to the 60th annual Head of the Charles Regatta! This weekend — in a tradition dating back to 1965 — thousands of athletes will walk their boats down to Boston University’s DeWolfe Boathouse, ready to race in this historic regatta.
Bears Claw Out Harvard’s Heart
All 10,753 fans in Providence, RI, fixed their eyes on the big yellow goalposts at the end of the field. They thought the game was all but over as Harvard’s kicker prepared to kick the ball through the uprights and extend the Crimson’s lead. They were wrong. Instead, a sea of Brown fans rose to their feet and Crimson hearts sank as the crowd watched in disbelief.
Aurich’s Agenda: Harvard Football Is Ready to Defends Its Title
When Harvard head football coach Andrew Aurich stepped off the field in Providence, RI after only his second game as a program leader, he knew something had to change. The team had just suffered a second-half collapse against Brown that ended with a botched snap on a field goal attempt. The game ended in a sobering defeat in a league where two losses usually put a team out of title contention. Aurich, though, didn’t blame his special teams unit or any other player on his roster.
Letter From The Chairs: Harvard On Top
In the past few years, college sports has been turned on its head. New name, image, and likeness money poured in as transferring became easier than ever and an NCAA settlement is poised to alter the makeup of collegiate athletics programs across the nation. With all the uncertainty, one thing has remained constant: Harvard athletes are still landing on top.
A UPenn Student Accused Her Coach of Sexual Harassment. Harvard Hired Him 3 Months Later.
Track and field athletes train at the Gordon Indoor Track, located at 65 N Harvard St. Harvard's track and field team recruited a new coach in 2023 while he had an ongoing Title IX investigation at the University of Pennsylvania. By Timothy R. O'Meara By Jo B.
Harvard Stadium Field Renamed After Longtime Football Head Coach Tim Murphy
The field at Harvard Stadium will be renamed after longtime Harvard Football Head Coach Tim Murphy, who led the team for 30 seasons. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writer Former longtime Harvard football coach Tim Murphy said in an interview that the University decision to rename the field at Harvard Stadium as a tribute to him was a “tremendous honor.” Harvard Athletics first revealed the renaming in an announcement during a timeout at the 140th playing of The Game.
Star Wide Receiver Cooper Barkate, 7 Other Harvard Football Players Enter Transfer Portal
Star wide receiver Cooper Barkate evades a defender during a game against the University of Pennsylvania earlier this season. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Harvard Football’s star junior wide receiver Cooper Barkate entered the transfer portal on Monday as a graduate transfer.
Yale Dominates in 140th Playing of The Game, Harvard Will Share Ivy Title
Senior running back Shane McLaughlin fumbles the ball deep in Harvard territory during the 140th playing of The Game. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Harvard fumbled its chances at becoming the sole champion of the Ivy League as Yale defeated the Crimson 34-29 in the 140th playing of The Game on Saturday.
LIVE UPDATES: Harvard Takes on Yale in the 140th Playing of The Game
By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers 12:07 p.m. On a crucial 3rd–and-10 from their own 38-yard line, Bulldogs’ senior quarterback Grant Jordan scrambled past the defense to pick up a first down and extend the drive. 12:04 p.m. Freshman kicker Kieran Corr kicked the ball out of the end zone to set up Yale at its own 25-yard line to start the game.
Harvard Quarterback Jaden Craig to Start Against Yale
Harvard’s star quarterback Jaden Craig will start on Saturday against Yale, returning to play just one week after he left the field on a stretcher after taking a scary hit against the University of Pennsylvania Quakers, according to two people familiar with the situation.
The Crimson vs. The Bulldogs, Position by Position
Charles DePrima surges into the endzone against UPenn on Nov. 16. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers As 30,000 students, alumni, and fans pour into Harvard Stadium on Saturday, one thing will be on everyone’s mind: victory. However, the 140th playing of The Game won’t be decided by the crowd, but by the 22 players on the field at any given time. While the two Ivy League powerhouses usually play a gritty, close game, which team has the edge on paper?
As Harvard-Yale Approaches, Students Try to Get School Spirit Off the Bench
When Harvard students arrived in New Haven last year for the annual Harvard-Yale game, they encountered a host of parties thrown by campus fraternities and a raucous tailgate in the Yale Bowl parking lot. This year, with Harvard playing host on a drizzly Saturday morning, some students worry that they might not be able to return the favor. “When Harvard-Yale is at Yale, I would argue it’s so much more fun,” Folukemi O. Olufidipe ’25 said.
The 140th Game: No. 17 Harvard Looks to Beat Yale, Win Ivy Title Outright
Harvard and Yale will face off for the 140th playing of The Game on Saturday. The Crimson needs a win to become the sole champion of the Ivy League. By Christopher L. Li By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers When the final whistle blew against the University of Pennsylvania Quakers last weekend, Harvard’s football team (8-1, 5-1 Ivy) secured a share of the Ivy League title for the second year in a row — but the Crimson did not leave Philadelphia unscathed.
Harvard Clinches Share of Ivy League Title With Comeback Win Over Penn
Senior running back Shane McLaughlin, the Crimson’s captain, rushes into the endzone for Harvard’s first touchdown of the game. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Harvard’s freshman kicker Dylan Fingersh stunned the University of Pennsylvania on Saturday with a game-winning field goal as time expired, as the Crimson defeated the Quakers 31-28.
Harvard Quarterback Jaden Craig Stretchered Off After Scary Injury, Returns to Sidelines
Junior quarterback Jaden Craig was stretchered off the field after taking a massive hit during the first quarter against the University of Pennsylvania. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Harvard’s star quarterback Jaden Craig was stretchered off the field and loaded into an ambulance after he took a massive hit during the first quarter of the Crimson’s game against the University of Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Harvard Prepares for Penultimate Game of Season Against UPenn
Jaden Craig unleashes a pass downfield in the Crimson's win over Columbia last Saturday. He scored three times in last year's epic win over UPenn, a performance he'll hope to reprise on Saturday. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann After a decisive Ivy League victory last week over Columbia, No. 20 Harvard (7-1, 4-1 Ivy) will travel to Philadelphia on Saturday to face the UPenn Quakers (4-4, 2-3 Ivy) in the penultimate game of the season.
Harvard Football Blows Out Columbia 26-6
Harvard’s football team blew out the Columbia Lions 26-6 on Saturday, putting the Crimson in prime position to defend its share of the Ivy League title. No. 24 Harvard (7-1, 4-1 Ivy) held the Lions (5-3, 3-2 Ivy) scoreless for most of the game as the Crimson continued its undefeated streak at home this season to move into a tie for first place with the Dartmouth Big Green.
No. 24 Harvard Faces Off Against Columbia in Battle for Ivy League Lead
Senior utilityman Charles DePrima is hoisted up by his teammates after scoring a touchdown vs. Dartmouth last Saturday. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann Entering the home stretch of the season, newly-ranked No. 24 Harvard football (6-1, 3-1 Ivy) will welcome the Columbia Lions (5-2, 3-1 Ivy) to Cambridge for a showdown between two teams tied atop the Ivy League standings.
Harvard Stages 4th Quarter Comeback to Dethrone Dartmouth
HANOVER, N.H. — Harvard’s football team (6-1, 3-1 Ivy) bested a previously undefeated Dartmouth team (6-1, 3-1 Ivy) in a comeback victory that allowed the Crimson to rise to the top of the Ivy League standings. With three seconds remaining and the score standing at 31-27, Harvard’s defense found itself in a familiar situation: trying to prevent a stunning last-second touchdown.
With Title Hopes on the Line, Harvard Faces Undefeated No. 22 Dartmouth
Jaden Craig follows through on a throw against Princeton last Saturday, Oct. 26. This Saturday, Harvard will try to win its third straight game against Ivy League opponents and fifth straight game overall. By Chase W. McCann By Praveen Kumar and Jo B.
Ivy League to Consider Allowing Football Teams to Play in Postseason
The Ivy League may allow its football teams to play during postseason, reversing a policy that has stood since 1945. By Griffin Wong By Jo B. Lemann and Tyler J.H. Ory, Crimson Staff Writers The Ivy League is considering a proposal to allow the Ancient Eight’s football teams to play in the Football Championship Subdivision postseason, according to Harvard Athletic Director Erin McDermott.
Harvard Dominates Princeton 45-13 for First Win Over the Tigers Since 2016
Updated October 26, 2024, at 8:29 p.m. Harvard’s football team demolished the Princeton Tigers 45-13 on Saturday, riding an offensive explosion to snap a six-game losing streak against its New Jersey rivals that extended back to 2016. The Crimson (5-1, 2-1 Ivy) scored three unanswered touchdowns in the fourth quarter, rendering the final minutes of the game meaningless for an enthusiastic home crowd of more than 12,000 fans. But the Crimson faithful and Head Coach Andrew Aurich had no complaints.
Eyeing the Tigers, Andrew Aurich Prepares for Battle Against Alma Mater
Andrew Aurich watching practice this spring. Some of Aurich's Princeton teammates will be in the stands this Saturday, with Aurich hoping to deal their shared alma mater its first loss against Harvard since 2016. By Courtesy of Harvard Athletics By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann Long before Harvard football’s Head Coach Andrew Aurich arrived in Cambridge, he started his collegiate coaching career at Albright College, making $168 a week after tax plus housing and a meal plan.
McDermott Says NIL Could Impact Harvard’s Recruitment of Low-Income Athletes
Erin McDermott is the director of Harvard's Athletics. McDermott acknowledged in an interview Friday that Harvard's inability to compete on NIL could impact recruitment of low-income students. By Claire Yuan By Jo B. Lemann and Tyler J.H. Ory, Crimson Staff Writers Harvard Athletic Director Erin McDermott acknowledged in an interview Friday that Harvard’s inability to compete on name, image, and likeness deals “could have an effect” on the recruitment of low-income students in certain sports.
Football Looks For First Victory Over Princeton Since 2016
As twilight turned to dusk on a chilly fall evening in Cambridge, first year head coach Andrew Aurich led intense goal-line drills in preparation for the staunch Princeton (2-3, 1-1 Ivy) defense. Despite the looming matchup against his alma mater — a team Harvard (4-1, 1-1 Ivy) hasn’t beaten since 2018 — only one thing was on his mind: going 1-0 on Saturday.
Harvard Survives 35-34 Nail-Biter Against Holy Cross to Extend Winning Streak
Harvard’s football team celebrates after Junior wide receiver Cooper Barkate scores a touchdown against Holy Cross. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Even Harvard head coach Andrew Aurich could barely watch the final seconds of the Crimson’s heart-stopping 35-34 victory over Holy Cross on Saturday.
“The Power of a Female Coxswain Should Not Be Underestimated”
It might seem daunting to think about steering a boat around tricky twists and turns while barreling down a river at full throttle, but the female coxswains on Harvard’s men’s crew teams do so with a commanding grace, all while leading a group of eight men who are double their size.
Bascon Embraces Larger Role as Harvard Prepares to Take On Holy Cross
Under the Friday night lights in Ithaca last week, as team captain and star running back Shane McLaughlin limped off the field with another minor injury, attention once again turned to Xaviah Bascon. The sophomore running back followed up his breakout performance the previous week against the University of New Hampshire, where he managed to rack up 66 yards on 16 carries and two touchdowns, with another impressive performance against Cornell.
Federal Judge Dismisses Athletic Scholarship Lawsuit Against Ivy League
The Murr Center is located on Harvard's athletic complex in Allston. By Timothy R. O'Meara By Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writer A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit against the Ivy League last Thursday that sought to end the League’s prohibition of athletic scholarships. U.S. District Judge Alvin W. Thompson ruled the plaintiffs failed to prove the Ancient Eight were engaging in an antitrust violation.
Harvard Files Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit from Ex-Hockey Coach Katey Stone
Former Harvard women's ice hockey coach Katey Stone speaks at a July press conference after filing a gender discrimination lawsuit against the University. Harvard filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit on Monday. By Elyse C. Goncalves By Jo B.
Harvard Looks to Earn First Ivy Win in Crucial Matchup Against Cornell
As Harvard’s football team put the finishing touches on an unlikely 28-23 upset over No. 16 New Hampshire last Friday, head coach Andrew Aurich was already looking ahead and thinking about improvements to make for the next game. Aurich’s squad will head to Ithaca, N.Y., to face Cornell University (1-2, 1-0 Ivy) for a pivotal conference game under the Friday night lights as the Crimson hopes to secure its first Ivy League win of the season and keep its championship hopes alive.
Former Harvard Running Back Aaron Shampklin ’22 Makes NFL Debut
Aaron Shampklin '22, a former Harvard football standout, played in his second NFL game as an active player this past weekend. By Angela Dela Cruz By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Aaron Shampklin ’22, a former Harvard football standout, had four carries for a total of 14 yards Sunday in his second NFL game as an active player for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Harvard Football Topples No. 16/21 UNH in Bounce-Back Win
Sophomore running back Xaviah Bascon scores a touchdown against the New Hampshire Wildcats to give the Crimson a 20-16 lead. Harvard held off the Wildcats to win at home 28-23. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers After suffering a painful loss to Brown last week in their Ivy League season opener, Harvard’s football team flipped the script on Friday night to defeat the No. 16/21 University of New Hampshire Wildcats 28-23.
After Tough Loss at Brown, Harvard Football Looks to Keep Ivy Title Hopes Alive
Harvard football players line up against Brown during the Ivy League season opener on Sept. 28. By Kacy Bao By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers As hoards of Brown fans rushed the field last Saturday after the Bears’ 31-28 victory, the Harvard faithful seemed to be in a collective state of shellshock. It seemed fair to wonder whether the team’s dream of a back-to-back Ivy League title was just that: a dream.
Harvard Drops Ivy League Opener to Brown After 4th-Quarter Collapse
The Brown Bears scored 21 points in the fourth quarter to stun Harvard and steal the first game of the Ivy League season. By Kacy Bao By Katharine Forst, Praveen Kumar, and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Brown Bears stunned the Crimson with less than 30 seconds on the clock in the fourth after a bad snap and a key touchdown throw from Brown quarterback Jake Wilcock led to heartbreak for the Harvard team.
Harvard Football Looks to Continue Dominance Over Brown in Ivy League Opener
The Crimson's defensive line prepares to push the Brown Bears back during the 2023 Ivy League season opener against the Brown Bears. Harvard will travel to Providence on Saturday looking to extend a 12-game winning streak over Brown. By Angela Dela Cruz By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers As the temperature drops and the leaves in Cambridge begin to fall, the energy inside the Harvard football team’s locker room is only on the rise.
SEC Charges Ex-Harvard Football Player With Defrauding Former Teammates
The Securities and Exchange Commission charged former Harvard football player Nicholas A. Palazzo '03 with defrauding investors, including former teammates. By Annie E. Schugart By Jo B. Lemann and Tyler J.H. Ory, Crimson Staff Writers The Securities and Exchange Commission alleged former Harvard football player Nicholas A.
Harvard Football Silences Stetson 35-0 to Start Aurich Era With Statement Win
Junior offensive lineman Derek Osman celebrates during Harvard football’s season opener against Stetson. By Sudhish M. Swain By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Despite the showers, Harvard's football team wouldn’t let anything rain on new Head Coach Andrew Aurich’s parade.
Harvard Football Sells Out Season Tickets for First Time in History
Harvard Football sold out its season tickets for the first time in prorgram history this year. By Jonathan G. Yuan By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Harvard Football sold out its season tickets for the first time in program history, the team announced in a post on X Friday morning, one day before the home opener. The increase in sales comes as the Crimson prepares to begin its first season in 30 years with a new head coach.
Harvard Football Kicks Off a New Era on Saturday. Here’s What to Know.
As practice ended on the evening of September 10 and Harvard’s football team filed off the field, the Crimson’s new head coach, Andrew Aurich, stood on the sidelines greeting each player with a high five and words of encouragement before they headed to the locker room. With 11 days left before the Crimson’s season opener against Stetson University, the energy on the practice field was palpable, as Aurich was preparing himself for the biggest challenge of his career.
Gabby Thomas’ Second Gold Ties Harvard’s Record for Most Medals at an Olympics
Harvard tied its all-time highest medal count at the Olympics on Friday after Gabby Thomas '19 won her second gold medal in Paris. By Paton D. Roberts By Thomas Harris, Praveen Kumar, and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Gabby Thomas ’19 won her second gold medal with Team USA in the 4x100 meter relay on Friday in a performance that cemented the 2024 Paris Olympics as Harvard’s best since 1896 by total medal count.
Kristen Faulkner ’16, Team USA Win First Gold in Cycling Team Pursuit Event
Kristen T. Faulkner ’16 helped secure Team USA its first gold medal in track cycling team pursuit Wednesday in a final race against New Zealand, days after she beat expectations in her Olympic debut to nab an individual gold in the road race. The race started off rocky for the four Americans — including former team pursuit Olympians Chloe Dygert, Jennifer Valente, and Lily Williams — as a gap opened up between the first two and last two members of the team.
Gabby Thomas ’19 Wins Historic Gold in Commanding 200 Meter Race in Paris
The win marked the first gold for Thomas, who won a bronze medal in the 200 meter race and a silver in the 4 x 1oo meter relay for Team USA at the Tokyo Games. By Courtesy of the Ivy League By Praveen Kumar and Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writers Gabby Thomas ’19 soared to victory in the 200 meter sprint at the 2024 Paris Olympics Tuesday, securing Harvard’s first Olympic gold medal in track and field and the only track and field gold for the University in over 100 years.
Lisa Tertsch ’21, Germany Win Gold in Olympic Mixed Relay Triathlon
Tersch's victory in Paris marks the first time a current or former Harvard student from Germany has won a medal at the Olympics. By Amanda Y. Su By Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writer Lisa Tertsch ’21 won Germany’s first gold in the mixed relay triathlon event on Monday with her team of three other German athletes in a nail biting race that was decided by one second.
Stunning Olympics Victory Earns Kristen Faulkner ’16 Gold in Women’s Road Race
Paris is the host city for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Kristen T. Faulkner '16 won gold in the women's road race on Sunday, becoming the first U.S. athlete in 40 years to win a gold medal in the event. By Amanda Y. Su By Jo B. Lemann, Crimson Staff Writer Kristen T.
Among Harvard’s Pro-Palestine Groups, A Frosty Reception for Garber’s Appointment
More than 400 Harvard students and Cantabrigians marched to Garber's private residence in a pro-Palestine rally in early May. By Frank S. Zhou By Michelle N. Amponsah, Jo B. Lemann, and Azusa M. Lippit, Crimson Staff Writers Alan M. Garber ’76 shouldn’t hold his breath waiting to receive a congratulatory card from Harvard’s pro-Palestine activists after the governing boards permanently installed him as the University’s 31st president on Friday.
U.S. Men’s Eight Boat, Powered by 3 Harvard Alums, Earns Bronze in Paris
Harvard alumni Clark A. Dean ’23, Pieter G. Quinton ’20, and Christian B. Tabash ’22 secured a bronze medal for Team USA in the men’s eight boat race at the Paris Olympic Games on Saturday. With their victory, Harvard athletes have now won seven medals at the 2024 Paris Games — tied with the 1904 and 1972 Olympics for the second-highest Summer Olympics medal count in school history.
Former Harvard Women’s Ice Hockey Coach Katey Stone Sues University, Alleges Gender Discrimination
The former coach of the Harvard women’s ice hockey team filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against the University on Tuesday, accusing top administration officials of forcing her to retire over false misconduct allegations. Katey Stone, who coached the team for 29 years before stepping down last year, alleged in the suit that Harvard officials unfairly scrutinized her coaching practices even though her male counterparts at the University engaged in similar behavior.
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