Cornell's men's lacrosse team faced a challenging opponent in Princeton during the Ivy League Men's Lacrosse Tournament final on May 3, suffering a 19-9 defeat at Schoellkopf Field. After a competitive first half, the Tigers surged ahead with a dominant nine-goal third quarter, turning a 7-5 lead into a commanding 16-6 advantage. The Big Red, now with an 11-4 record, will await their postseason fate as the NCAA Tournament selection show approaches.
In track and field, Cornell athletes showcased impressive performances at the Larry Ellis Invitational in Princeton. Freshman Arianna Allen set a new program record in the 100-meter hurdles, clocking in at 13.62 seconds, which ranks her second all-time in Cornell history. The women's team also saw strong finishes, with Olivia Walters taking second in the 100 meters and Francine Stevens finishing runner-up in the 400 meters. On the men's side, Kameron Coleman won the triple jump with a leap of 15.02 meters, while Peter Northrup excelled in the hammer throw, placing fourth with a mark of 61.25 meters. Overall, the Cornell track and field teams delivered several top finishes across multiple events, contributing to a successful outing at the invitational.
Meanwhile, the Cornell baseball team concluded its series against Columbia with a split doubleheader on May 3. After a 7-2 victory in the first game, where freshman Trent Lopez excelled with a home run and four RBIs, the Big Red fell 2-0 in the second game, eliminating them from contention for the Ivy League Tournament. With a final record of 11-26 and 8-13 in Ivy play, the team will look to regroup as they reflect on the season's challenges.