Community Football Day perfect, Crimson too
The residents of Allston-Brighton and Cambridge little knew that they would see Harvard become the only undefeated team in the Ivy League when they came out for Community Football Day last Saturday. But that was just the exciting conclusion to a spirited afternoon, and a 29–13 victory over Cornell, at Harvard Stadium. It could not have been a better day for football. The sun came out from behind the clouds just as the festivities began at the community tent, where families, friends, and even politicians enjoyed a traditional tailgate. “This is my fourth or fifth year coming to Community Football Day. Growing up in Cambridge, I’ve been coming to Harvard games on and off for probably 35 years,” said Neal Johnson of Cambridge. “I used to go to the tailgates with friends, now we really enjoy this.” Attracting some new faces and many familiar ones, the annual event welcomes football fans of all...