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Yale 34, Havard 29 — Bulldogs play spoiler, beat Crimson in “The Game”

November 23, 2024

By Ryan Barry NEFJ Staff CAMBRIDGE — There’s nothing like beating your rival to end the season. For the Yale Bulldogs (7-3), their 34-29 victory over the Harvard Crimson (9-2) wasn’t just an opportunity to win their third straight game over their oldest foes, it was a chance to ruin the Crimson’s shot at clinching the Ivy League title outright for the first time since 2014. Instead, a relentless Bulldogs…

Only thing standing between Harvard & 1st outright Ivy League title since ’14 is ‘The Game’

November 22, 2024

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One win. That’s all that stands between Harvard and the program’s first outright Ivy League title in a decade. That win will have to come against archival Yale in the 140th edition of The Game at historic Harvard Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Harvard clinched a share of the title for the second straight year last weekend, but there was no celebration. That’s because last season, the Crimson clinched a share…

No. 22 Harvard 31, Penn 28: Crimson earn thrilling win over Quakers

November 16, 2024

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More and more, it feels like a special season for the Harvard Crimson. On Saturday, Harvard defeated Penn, 31-28, with backup players filling key roles at the end. With the win, Harvard clinches a share of the Ivy League title. If the Crimson beat Yale next week, they win the Ivy League title outright. “Obviously, we’re all really excited,” first-year Harvard coach Andrew Aurich said. “Not surprising, because these guys…

Harvard 26, Columbia 6 — Defense powers Crimson

November 9, 2024

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By Ryan Barry NEFJ Staff CAMBRIDGE — The Harvard Crimson imposed an impressive 26-6 win over the Columbia Lions on a blustery fall afternoon at Harvard Stadium. The Harvard (7-1) defense was the story of the game forcing an impressive two interceptions and three turnovers on downs against a subdued Lions (5-3) offense. The Crimson kept Lions junior quarterback Cole Freeman (11-for-25, 152 yards, 2 INTs; 9 carries, 21 yards,…

Harvard 31, No. 22 Dartmouth 27 – Crimson roar back late to take over 1st place in the Ivy League

November 3, 2024

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Image courtesy of Harvard Athletics With three weeks left in the season, Harvard is now in the driver’s seat for the Ivy League title. That’s because the Crimson traveled to Hanover, New Hampshire on Saturday, trailed by 10 points heading into the fourth quarter against unbeaten and 22nd-ranked Dartmouth and found a way to steal a 31-27 win. Harvard (6-1, 3-1) got 311 yards passing and a touchdown from Jaden…

Former Harvard head coach Tim Murphy enjoying his time away from football

October 27, 2024

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CAMBRIDGE – For years, Tim Murphy always joked that he had no idea what he would do when he was done coaching because football was all he’s ever known. Well, he’s kept himself quite busy. I had a chance to catch up with Murphy prior to being honored during the Princeton-Harvard game on Saturday and asked him if he misses the sideline. “I miss being with the kids on a…

Harvard 45, Princeton 13 – Crimson rough up Tigers on a special day for the program

October 26, 2024

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CAMBRIDGE – If you’re an alum or just a fan of Harvard football, Saturday truly was a perfect day. Legendary head coach Tim Murphy – in his signature camouflage hat that was given out to fans – was honored and participated in the coin toss when the Crimson hosted Princeton. Ryan Fitzpatrick, Michael Berg and Clifton Dawson were inducted into the Varsity Club Harvard Hall of Fame and recognized during…

Special day ahead for Harvard on Saturday

October 25, 2024

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Anytime Harvard and Princeton meet it’s always a big deal, but it’s going to be quite a festive atmosphere inside historic Harvard Stadium on Saturday afternoon. That’s because the legend himself, former head coach Tim Murphy is being recognized prior to the game in a celebration of his 30 years leading the Crimson. His classic camouflage hat with the Harvard ‘H’ on it will be given out to the first…

Harvard 35, Holy Cross 34 – Crimson & Crusaders put on a show in all-time rivalry game

October 19, 2024

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CAMBRIDGE – Holy Cross and Harvard have been playing since 1904. You’d be hard-pressed to find a better game in the longstanding rivalry than the one that took place at Harvard Stadium on Saturday afternoon. A 20-point comeback. Two Hail Mary’s in the final seven seconds. A game-deciding two-point attempt. Defensive touchdowns. A great crowd on a beautiful day for football. This one had it all. Holy Cross erased a…

Harvard looks to keep it rolling vs. Holy Cross

October 18, 2024

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Last season, Harvard rolled into Polar Park and embarrassed Holy Cross, putting up 38 points en route to an easy win. This weekend, the Crimson will host the Crusaders in the friendly confines of Harvard Stadium. This is one of the more historic rivalries in the area, with the first contest between these two programs dating back to 1904. Harvard leads the all-time series 46-26-2 and since 2012, the Crimson…

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