Football Faces No. 9/13 Harvard Under the Lights Friday
NEW YORK – Columbia football (1-6, 0-4) will host its final primetime game of the season against No. 9/13 Harvard (7-0, 4-0) on Friday evening at Kraft Field. The matchup will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2.
Opening Drive
- Columbia begins a two-game homestand, starting with top-ranked Harvard.
- Three of the Lions' last four opponents have been teams ranked or receiving votes in national top-25 polls.
- Senior defensive end Justin Townsend leads the Ivy League with 9.5 tackles for loss.
- Friday marks the fourth and final night game of the season for Columbia.
- The Lions aim to end a five-game losing streak.
- The team seeks its first Ivy League victory of the season.
Postgame Notes – Yale
Yale defeated Columbia 24–10 after breaking a close contest with two third-quarter touchdowns. The Bulldogs’ defense captured five sacks, while ten penalties slowed the Lions.
- Quarterback Chase Goodwin returned from a three-game absence, completing 15 of 30 passes for 208 yards and one touchdown.
- Senior running back Lucas Bullock contributed 78 receiving yards, including a 69-yard second-quarter play.
- Linebacker Terell Battle and defensive back Jeremiah Douglas each set new career highs with 10 tackles.
“The Lions will face off under the lights, looking to regain momentum and earn their first conference victory.”
Author’s Summary
Columbia prepares to face undefeated Harvard at home under the lights, seeking redemption and its first Ivy League win amid a challenging season.