Harvard softball triumphed over Brown with a decisive 10-2 victory in the series finale, thanks to a six-run third inning. Senior infielder Finley Payne shined by driving in a career-high five runs, contributing significantly to the team's second consecutive Ivy League series win. Pitcher Riley Flynn was formidable in relief, shutting out Brown for the final five innings of the game.

By the Numbers
  • Harvard scored 10 runs on 12 hits.
  • Finley Payne drove in five runs and hit a two-run homer, marking a career-high for home runs at seven.
  • Riley Flynn pitched 5.1 scoreless innings with one strikeout.
State of Play
  • Harvard is now 6-1 in its last seven Ivy League games.
  • The Crimson has scored double-digit runs six times this season.
  • Harvard is undefeated (4-0) in Ivy League series finales this year.
What's Next

Harvard will kick off an eight-game homestand against Boston University on April 14 at 4 p.m., looking to continue its winning momentum.

Bottom Line

Harvard's strong performance this weekend not only boosts its Ivy League standings but also highlights the explosive potential of players like Finley Payne and solidifies Flynn's role as a reliable pitcher in critical moments.