Why Harvard left stormy Pawtucket with a win and Brown with regrets
Brown football had chance to win late, but three interceptions by one Harvard defender slammed the door shut in Ivy opener at Centreville Bank Stadium.
A historic hat trick by Harvard’s Xaden Benson turned a stormy match in Pawtucket into a triumph for the Crimson on Friday night. James Murphy, Brown’s senior quarterback, was the target of Benson’s three interceptions, including a game-winning one with just over a minute left. Brown’s defensive efforts, including a sack that forced a fumble recovered by Enzo Agostini, couldn’t overcome the Crimson’s resilience.
Despite a 14-10 victory, Brown coach James Perry acknowledged the team’s struggles to capitalize on offensive momentum. The game marked the fourth time Harvard had won at home against Brown, with the last meeting taking place during the 2010 season.
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