Harvard Football Extends Undefeated Streak with Win Over Columbia
Harvard secured a commanding 31-14 victory against Columbia on Friday, maintaining their undefeated record this season.
Key Players and Scoring Highlights
- Xaviah Bascon rushed for two touchdowns, opening the scoring with a 1-yard run and adding another near halftime.
- Seamus Gilmartin caught two touchdown passes from quarterback Jaden Craig, both occurring in the second quarter.
Craig's first touchdown pass came right after an interception by Columbia's Chase Goodwin, which was returned close to the end zone by Jack Donahoe.
Team Records and Streaks
- Harvard improved to 8-0 overall and 5-0 in Ivy League play, marking their best start since 2015 and best conference record since 2016.
- The Crimson have also won seven straight road games, the longest current streak in the nation.
Columbia's Struggles and Late Scores
After missing a field goal on their opening drive, Columbia's offense largely stalled with punts and turnovers dominating.
The Lions finally scored in the fourth quarter:
- A touchdown pass from quarterback Chase Goodwin to Titus Evans.
- A subsequent touchdown with a successful two-point conversion.
- They attempted an unsuccessful onside kick late in the game.
"Harvard has matched its win totals from each of the last two seasons already. The Crimson have won seven consecutive road games, which extends the longest active streak in the nation."
Harvard’s strong performance highlights their rise as an Ivy League powerhouse this season, showcasing solid offense and consistent road success.