No. 9 Harvard Football Defeats Columbia 31-14 in New York
The No. 9 Harvard football team dominated the Columbia Lions 31-14 on Friday night in Manhattan, asserting its position as a leader in college football. With this victory, Harvard improved to an 8-0 record, including a 5-0 mark within the Ivy League.
Game Highlights
- Star quarterback Jaden Craig threw two touchdown passes.
- Junior tight end Seamus Gilmartin recorded his second consecutive multi-touchdown game.
- Junior running back Xaviah Bascon rushed for two touchdowns.
“This week was a challenging week, short week. A lot of people telling us how great we are in the media and to get the win and get out of here and play how we did in the first half, I'm just relieved and excited to get to the next one,” said Head Coach Andrew Aurich.
Season Overview
Harvard's 8-0 start marks its best opening since 2015, maintaining its position atop the Ivy League standings.
Despite challenges throughout the week, the team performed strongly, demonstrating resilience and skill on the field.
Author's Summary
Harvard's football team continues its dominant 2025 season with an 8-0 run, highlighted by strong performances from key players and solid coaching.