The Harvard men's lacrosse team faced a dramatic challenge against No. 2 Princeton on April 18, ultimately falling 15-14 in a closely contested match at Jordan Field. The Crimson (9-3, 3-2 Ivy) held a late lead, but the Tigers (10-2, 4-1 Ivy) scored the game-winning goal with just 17 seconds remaining. Teddy Malone led Harvard's offense with three goals and two assists, while Matt Barraco excelled at the faceoff X, winning 15 draws. The game was marked by seven ties and seven lead changes, showcasing the intensity of Ivy League competition. The Crimson will look to rebound in their next matchup against a yet-to-be-determined opponent.
The women's lacrosse team also faced a tough opponent, falling to No. 8 Yale in a high-scoring affair on April 18. The Crimson led 12-8 in the third quarter, but Yale rallied to score six of the next seven goals, securing a 15-13 victory. Harvard's offense was highlighted by Kate Gilliam, who scored twice during a pivotal second-quarter surge that saw the team outscore the Bulldogs 6-2. The team will conclude its non-conference schedule with a game against the University of Connecticut on April 20.
In track and field, Harvard athletes shone at multiple events over the weekend. At the Tom Jones Memorial in Gainesville, Florida, the men's 4x100m relay team set a new school record with a time of 39.27 seconds, surpassing the previous mark of 39.34 seconds. Ella McRitchie also made headlines by setting a new school record in the women's pole vault, clearing 4.40 meters. The Crimson also performed well at the Sean Collier Invitational, with Chris Ruano and Demetris Tzoannos finishing in the top 10 of the men's high jump. The team continues to build momentum as they prepare for upcoming competitions.
In women's golf, the Crimson finished sixth at the Buckeye Invitational, shooting a combined score of 911 (+47). This performance included a strong second round that propelled them past several ranked teams, including No. 28 Northwestern. Iris Wang led the team with a score of 74 (+2) in the opening round. The team will next compete in the Ivy League Championships.
On the squash front, three Harvard women's players—Caroline Fouts, Lucie Stefanoni, and Saran Nghiem—earned First Team All-America honors, capping off impressive seasons. Fouts, who had a standout year with a 10-3 record, and Stefanoni, who achieved an 11-2 record, both contributed significantly to the team's success. The men's squash team also saw four athletes recognized with All-America honors, including Omar Azzam, who was named to the first team. These accolades reflect the strong performances of both programs throughout the season.