With snow on the ground and winter firmly settled in Cambridge, Harvard Athletics has welcomed student-athletes back to campus and launched the spring semester with momentum and plenty to celebrate.

While attention now turns toward the upcoming spring seasons, the Crimson community is still feeling the impact of an extraordinary Fall and an eventful winter break filled with championship moments, historic milestones, and performances on some of the biggest stages in collegiate athletics.

Championship Fall Across the Board

The Fall season was defined by excellence at the national and conference levels.

Harvard women's rugby continued its national standard of dominance, capturing the 15s National Championship for the fourth time, completing a three-peat and finishing the season undefeated. It was a campaign marked by toughness, discipline, and championship poise.

Field hockey followed with a historic run of its own, advancing to the NCAA Semifinals and completing the first perfect regular season in Ivy League history. Their success reflected a relentless commitment to competitive excellence and resilience at the highest level.

On the gridiron, football delivered another season for the record books, winning a third straight Ivy League championship, finishing 9–2, and earning an at-large bid to the NCAA FCS Playoffs. A first in both Harvard and Ivy League history.

Strong performances across cross country, soccer, rowing, and tennis rounded out the fall, as Crimson student-athletes competed on major stages and continued to define what it means to wear Harvard crimson.

Winter Break Momentum

The success didn't pause once the semester ended.

Women's ice hockey returned from a trip to Belfast and impressive play in the Friendship Series to capture the program's 16th Beanpot title, and the first under head coach Laura Bellamy, showcasing perseverance and heart on one of college hockey's most iconic stages.

Men's ice hockey has put together strong ECAC performances, highlighted by head coach Ted Donato surpassing the legendary Coach Bill Cleary's program win record.

In the pool, swimming and diving have delivered dominant dual-meet performances, positioning both teams for strong Ivy League and postseason showings.

Meanwhile, Lavietes Pavilion has been buzzing. Men's and women's basketball have energized sold-out crowds during key Ivy League matchups, launched the "Nerds Can Hoop Too" promotion, and remain in the hunt for Ivy Madness as the season continues to unfold.

Fencing, squash, and track & field have also been battling successfully, setting themselves up for Ivy championship and national competition. Wrestling, fresh off a long road stretch, turns its attention toward competition in the MAC this weekend.

Crimson on the Global Stage

Harvard Athletics' impact extends far beyond campus.

The Crimson will be proudly represented at the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, beginning with Rémi Drolet '24, who will compete for Canada in men's cross-country skiing after an outstanding career with Harvard Nordic.

On the ice, Emerance Maschmeyer '16 returns to the Olympic spotlight for Canada in women's ice hockey, joined by Kristin Della Rovere '23, who will represent Italy on home ice following a stellar Crimson career. Behind the bench, Don Sweeney '88 will serve as assistant general manager for Canada's men's ice hockey team, continuing a legacy of leadership at the sport's highest level.

Their presence on the world's biggest stage reflects Harvard Athletics' enduring commitment to excellence — in competition, in the classroom, and around the globe.

One Crimson Community

Across every sport, the most powerful story isn't just about wins or championships, it's about how Harvard student-athletes compete. With integrity. With resilience. And with a deep commitment to one another and to the University.

As winter continues and spring approaches, there is still so much ahead: pivotal Ivy League matchups, postseason opportunities, and countless chances to see Crimson teams do something special.

It all starts with community.

Pack the venues. Wear your crimson proudly. Bring the energy that makes Harvard Athletics such a special place. Your support matters — and it makes a difference for student-athletes every single day.

Thank you for being part of Harvard Athletics.

Go Crimson. One Crimson. Roll Crim.