Year in Sports
Strength and Conditioning: Building the Armor of Harvard Athletes
Harvard athlete's results on the field are determined by what they do off of it. James Frazier and the rest of the Crimson's strength and conditioning staff are the backbone of that off-field training.
Not Horsin’ Around: Harvard Polo Travels to India
This fall, members of the Harvard club polo team had the opportunity to travel to India to compete against Mayo College.
The Impact of Team IMPACT
Harvard Athletics partners with Team IMPACT to provide children with unforgettable experiences.
Through Discomfort and Doorways, Josefine Hasbo ’25 Finds Her Way Back to Boston
Josefine Hasbo '25 was a standout at Harvard during her collegiate career. Now, she returns to Beantown to play for the NWSL’s newest expansion side, Boston Legacy FC.
Fit Check: Carrie Moore’s Coaching Staff Turns Heads With Sideline Style
A replica, alternate Harvard hockey jersey. A Black Panther Party-inspired jersey. A Crimson football jersey. Each one of these outfits — and many more unique choices — was donned on the sideline by Harvard women’s basketball head coach Carrie Moore and her assistant coaches during the team’s 2025-26 campaign.
Built in Best Friends: The Twins of Harvard Athletics
Adapting to Harvard academics and athletics can be challenging, but some athletes have the built-in advantage of a twin to navigate it with. This special bond gives the athletes a unique experience during their time in Cambridge.
Matt Freese ’22 Gives The World Cup A Harvard Flair
Matt Freese '22 had a rocky start to his Harvard career, but now he has the chance to be the first Harvard men's soccer player to compete in a FIFA World Cup as soccer's biggest stage returns to the United States.
Swings and Strings: A Look Into the Lives of Harvard Students Who Excel in Both Athletics and the Arts
Balancing athletics and academics is hard enough at Harvard. A select group of Crimson athletes adds art into the calculus of their time-management.
On the Track to Success: Blanks and Bossong Keep Running For New Balance
After recording dominant careers at Harvard, Victoria Bossong '25 and Graham Blanks '25 have signed professional contracts with New Balance. Competing at the elite level, both runners are pursuing continued success on the track.
A Kick for Glory: How Harvard Football Stormed Back Against Penn
With only 49 seconds remaining in the second quarter, the 8-0 Harvard football team’s historic, undefeated season seemed to be in peril for the first time. Harvard was eventually able to tally a 53-yard field goal to secure the win, earning The Harvard Crimson's 2026 Comeback of the Year title.
Women’s Water Polo Beats Princeton in Longest Match in NCAA History
In the longest women's water polo game in NCAA history, Harvard defended its CWPA title against rival Princeton. A golden-goal by captain Ella Schneider sealed the victory and the game's status as The Crimson's 2026 Game of the Year.
When Things Don’t Bounce Your Way: Field Hockey Falls in NCAA Final Four
Heartbreak of the Year may sound like the least desirable of The Crimson's 2026 Year in Sports Superlatives, but to have heartbreak, a team must first have great success. And the end of the story doesn't define the history the 2025 Harvard field hockey team made along the way.
‘The Hunter to The Hunted’: Harvard Women’s Hockey is Making its Comeback
Two years ago, the Harvard women's ice hockey team won two games all season. Now, the team has a winning record and knocked off multiple top-10 teams. This turnaround earned the team The Crimson's 2026 Breakout Team of the Year.
Parting Shot: Your Non-American Sports Editor
Former Crimson Sport's Associate Editor Nghia Nguyen reflects on acclimating to American sports and the memories he made as part of The Crimson.
Harvard Men’s Lacrosse Feels the Byrne
Gerry Byrne arrived at Harvard and inherited a mediocre men's lacrosse program. Since his return to Massachusetts, Byrne has transformed the team into one of the most formidable programs in the Ivy League and also in the NCAA. For his efforts, Byrne was named The Crimson's 2026 Coach of the Year.
Squashing the Competition: Christian Capella’s Stellar Collegiate Debut
Winning squash matches in the Ivy League is hard for players of any age, but Christian Capella made it look easy in his debut season. Taking home Ivy League Rookie of the Year, he also earned the title of 2026 The Crimson's Male Rookie of the Year.
Olivia Jones Turns Quiet Plays Into A Loud Rookie Season
Olivia Jones did not join the Harvard women's basketball team as its highest-rated recruit. However, the freshman quickly made a noticeable impact on the court, earning her the title of The Crimson's 2026 Female Rookie of the Year.
Take a Bow: Justin Callahan Docks Historic Harvard Career
Justin Callahan has redefined what it means to be a member of the Harvard sailing team. The four-time All-American and multi-time national champion recently earned a new title: The Crimson's 2026 Male Athlete of the Year.
Callahan Practice
Justin Callahan leans out of the boat as he practices on the Charles River.
Padilla Rugby 7s
Padilla passes the rugby ball during the 2026 Ivy 7s Championships. The team took home first at the competition.
Hasbo Passes vs Orlando
Hasbo passes the ball in the Boston Legacy's 2-1 victory over the Orlando Pride on May 12.
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