Dartmouth football’s 21-point loss at Harvard the largest loss in a decade

Dartmouth Football Suffers Largest Defeat in a Decade Against Harvard

In a crucial Ivy League game, Dartmouth football fell apart in the fourth quarter, losing 31-10 to Harvard University. The defeat marked Dartmouth's biggest loss in ten years.

Game Atmosphere and Team Reaction

Outside Harvard Stadium on a cold November Saturday, the Dartmouth Big Green appeared dejected. The team, still wearing their jerseys, stood together in a circle. Safety and team captain Sean Williams ’26 encouraged his teammates:

“Look ahead.”

Afterward, they retreated to the locker room, packed their belongings, and headed to the buses for the long trip back to Hanover.

Head coach Sammy McCorkle reflected on the result:

“It is what it is. We didn’t play the game we wanted to. It's not the outcome we wanted.”

Game Start and Initial Struggles

The stadium was buzzing with Dartmouth fans energized by tailgates, but the team struggled to execute on the field. The Big Green defense allowed Harvard to convert three third downs on the opening possession, falling behind 7-0. Offensively, Dartmouth was forced to punt after only three plays in its first drive.

Starting quarterback Grayson Saunier ’27 commented on their uneven start:

“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.”

Summary

This loss highlighted Dartmouth’s challenges under pressure and marked a significant setback in their Ivy League campaign.

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