Harvard baseball completed a series sweep over Princeton with an 11-6 victory, showcasing a strong offensive performance. Junior Dominic Brancel and sophomore Liam Wilson were standout players, contributing significantly to the team's scoring efforts. A six-run fifth inning propelled Harvard to a commanding 9-1 lead, marking their second Ivy League series win of the season. The Crimson finished the year with a notable 11-26 record (9-12 in Ivy play), while Princeton closed at 15-27 (8-13 Ivy).

By the Numbers
  • Harvard scored 28 runs over the three-game series.
  • Brancel's home run was his first of the season and second overall in his career.
  • Wilson recorded a season-high four RBIs in this game.
  • Harvard achieved 38 hits and 26 RBIs during the series.
State of Play
  • Junior catcher Dominic Brancel went 2-for-4 with 3 RBIs in the finale.
  • Senior Jordan Kang hit .714 across the series, and .737 in his last four games.
  • Freshman pitcher Daniel Sams pitched 1.2 scoreless innings in relief.
  • Harvard wrapped up the season by hitting double-digit runs in their last five games.
What's Next

With the season concluded, attention turns to offseason training and recruiting efforts for Harvard's baseball team as they look to improve on their record and build momentum heading into next year.

Bottom Line

Harvard’s decisive sweep against Princeton not only showcases their offensive prowess but sets a positive tone for a rebuilding program, highlighting key players who could lead future efforts. Fostering young talent like Brancel and Wilson is essential as they strive for better results in the Ivy League next season.