Harvard Women's Soccer Team Secures Win Over Boston University

Strategic Insights -

The Harvard women's soccer team (1-3-2, 0-0-0 Ivy) gained a crucial victory over the Boston University Terriers (3-3-1, 0-0-0 Patriot), winning 2-1 in a closely contested match at Jordan Field. The Crimson's Anna Rayhill and Caroline Studebaker scored crucial goals, with Rayhill's first of the 2025 season tying the game at one, and Studebaker's strike securing the lead for Harvard in the second half.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Harvard women's soccer team achieved their first win of the season, improving their record to 1-3-2.
  • Anna Rayhill scored the team's first goal of the 2025 season, tying the game at one, and giving Harvard momentum heading into the second half.
  • Caroline Studebaker's shot in the second half put Harvard on top, 2-1, heading into the final 30 minutes of play.
  • The team's goalkeeper, Rhiannon Stewart, made three saves in the first half, helping to hold off the Boston University offense.
  • The match was the 32nd meeting in a long-standing rivalry between Harvard and Boston University.

Statistics:

  • Goals: Harvard - 2 (Rayhill, Studebaker); Boston University - 1 (penalty kick in the 20' mark).
  • Saves: Rhiannon Stewart (Harvard) - 3 in the first half.
  • Attendance: Not specified.

Sources:

  • Harvard University Athletics
  • Boston University Terriers