In a commanding performance, the Harvard women's lacrosse team defeated UConn 19-12 on April 21, with Charlotte Hodgson tying the program record by scoring nine goals. Hodgson's offensive prowess included three goals in a four-minute stretch during the second quarter, helping the Crimson secure a decisive lead. Grace Mullahy, Kate Gilliam, and Cecelia Batchelder also contributed with multiple goals, as Harvard outscored its non-conference opponents 39-18 over its last two games. The Crimson will close out the season against Columbia on April 25, where they hope to build on their recent success.
The Harvard men's lacrosse team faces a crucial matchup against No. 6 Cornell on April 25, as both teams vie for positioning in the Ivy League standings. Currently ranked No. 10, the Crimson enter the game with a record of 9-3 and a recent loss to Princeton. This contest not only marks the end of the regular season but also has significant implications for the upcoming Ivy League Tournament. Harvard has already secured a spot in the tournament, aiming to close the season on a positive note against a tough opponent.
In track and field, Harvard athletes are set to compete at both the Penn Relays and the Ken O’Brien Pre-Conference Meet from April 23 to April 25. The Crimson recently made headlines with two school records set at the Tom Jones Memorial meet. The men's 4x100m relay team established a new school record with a time of 39.27 seconds, while sophomore Ella McRitchie set the outdoor women's pole vault record at 4.40m, ranking her sixth in the east region this season.
The Harvard softball team returned to winning form with an 11-4 victory over Stonehill on April 21. The Crimson showcased a strong offensive start, scoring four runs in the first inning, bolstered by home runs from Nicolette Hunter and Sophie Sun. The win improves Harvard's record to 19-17-1 overall and 10-5 in Ivy League play, as they prepare for upcoming conference matchups.