Cornell men's lacrosse secured a decisive 17-8 victory over Harvard in the Ivy League Tournament semifinal, showcasing an impressive performance led by Willem Firth, who scored six goals and provided two assists. The Big Red took control early with a six-goal first quarter and maintained their momentum throughout the match, allowing them to advance to the Ivy League Championship Game scheduled for Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Willem Firth scored 6 goals and made 2 assists.
  • Cornell scored 6 goals in the first quarter and 17 goals overall.
  • Jack Cascadden won 18 of 24 faceoff draws and recorded 12 ground balls.
State of Play
  • Cornell dominated the first half, leading 10-4 at halftime.
  • The team scored five consecutive goals in the fourth quarter to secure victory.
What's Next

Cornell will face the winner of the Princeton vs. Yale semifinal in the Ivy League Championship Game on Sunday at 1 p.m., broadcast live on ESPNU.

Bottom Line

The Big Red's powerful offensive performance and strategic dominance at faceoffs position them as strong contenders for the Ivy League title in the upcoming championship game.