Harvard Football Undefeated After Win Over Columbia
Xaviah Bascon rushed for two touchdowns, while Seamus Gilmartin caught two touchdown passes from Jaden Craig as Harvard defeated Columbia 31-14 on Friday.
Key Highlights of the Game
- Harvard (8-0, 5-0 Ivy League) achieved its first 8-0 start since 2015 and holds a perfect 5-0 conference record for the first time since 2016.
- The Crimson extended their winning streak to seven consecutive road games, the longest active streak in the nation.
- Bascon scored first with a 1-yard rush closing a 10-play, 80-yard drive, and added a second touchdown just before halftime.
- Craig connected with Gilmartin twice in the second quarter for touchdowns, capitalizing on a short field after an interception.
Columbia’s Struggles and Late Scores
The Lions (1-7, 0-5) started with a missed field goal and mostly faced punts or interceptions throughout the game. Their first points came early in the fourth quarter on a touchdown pass from quarterback Chase Goodwin to Titus Evans.
Later in the quarter, Columbia scored again and converted a two-point attempt before unsuccessfully trying an onside kick.
"Bascon opened the scoring with a 1-yard rush to cap a 10-play, 80-yard scoring drive for the Crimson."
"Craig found Gilmartin twice for scores in the second quarter."
"Their first points came at the start of the fourth quarter on a touchdown pass from Goodwin to Titus Evans."
With this win, Harvard has already matched the total number of victories from each of the previous two seasons.
Author’s Summary: Harvard's football team remains undefeated with strong offensive plays and extended winning streaks, demonstrating a dominant Ivy League performance this season.