No. 9 Harvard Football Dominates Columbia 31-14 in Manhattan
In New York City, the No. 9 Harvard football team showcased its strength by defeating the Columbia Lions 31-14 on Friday night. This victory moved Harvard to an 8-0 record, a feat not achieved since 2015, and sustained their lead atop the Ivy League.
Key Performances Drive Crimson’s Victory
- Quarterback Jaden Craig threw two touchdown passes.
- Junior tight end Seamus Gilmartin scored multiple touchdowns for the second consecutive game.
- Junior running back Xaviah Bascon contributed with two rushing touchdowns.
“This week was a challenging week, short week. A lot of people telling us how great we are in the media and to get the win and get out of here and play how we did in the first half, I'm just relieved and excited to get to the next one,” Head Coach Andrew Aurich said.
Harvard’s Strong Start to the Season
With the win over Columbia, Harvard improved to 8-0 overall and 5-0 in Ivy League play, marking their best season start since 2015. The team continues to assert dominance as they aim for the league title.