Dartmouth Football Suffers Largest Loss in a Decade Against Harvard
In an important Ivy League clash, Dartmouth football fell apart in the fourth quarter, losing 31-10 to Harvard University. The game marked Dartmouth's heaviest defeat in ten years.
Game Atmosphere and Team Reaction
Outside Harvard Stadium on a cold November Saturday, the Dartmouth Big Green players appeared solemn. After the tough loss, a group of defenders stood in a circle, arms around each other for support.
“Look ahead.” – Sean Williams ’26, safety and team captain
The team soon dispersed, heading to the locker room and then to the buses for a long trip back to Hanover.
“It is what it is. We didn’t play the game we wanted to. It's not the outcome we wanted.” – Head coach Sammy McCorkle
Game Overview
Dartmouth fans filled the stadium, energized from tailgate celebrations. On the field, however, Dartmouth struggled from the start. The defense allowed Harvard to convert three third downs on their opening drive, leading to an early 7-0 deficit.
The Dartmouth offense also faltered, punting after only three plays.
“We came out excited, ready to go, and we didn’t have a great start. We can’t be inconsistent … This is the first time we went three-and-out on the first drive all year.” – Quarterback Grayson Saunier ’27
Summary
Dartmouth’s defeat to Harvard, marked by a slow start and defensive struggles, stands as their most significant loss in a decade, urging the team to refocus for future challenges.
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