Ted Minnis Achieves Milestone 250th Career Victory in Thrilling Win Against Brown – Harvard University

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The No. 8 Harvard women’s water polo team enjoyed a successful road trip, winning both games against Brown and Marist on Saturday.

In the first match, Harvard faced off against Brown in a tough contest, emerging with a 16-9 victory. This win not only solidified their success against the Bears this season but also marked Head Coach Ted Minnis‘ 250th career win. The Crimson now stands at 16-1, starting off strong, the best record since the 1988-89 season, and boasting the longest win streak among top-10 teams.

In the opening game against Brown:

• Maya O’Dea quickly established dominance, scoring the first three goals for Harvard.
• O’Dea completed her hat trick with a key exclusion, pushing the score to 3-2.
• Heidi Heffelfinger assisted Lily Britt for a goal, helping Harvard lead at the end of the first quarter.
• Brown managed to tie the game at four, but Niki Piovan scored to regain momentum for the Crimson.
• Lily Britt restored a two-goal lead with a fantastic lob shot.
• Harvard entered the final quarter ahead 10-7.
• In the last frame, goals from Emma Gilbert, Niki Piovan, Ruby Hodge, and Erin Kim sealed the win.
• Erin Kim made notable contributions with one goal and two assists.
• Maya O’Dea and Emma Gilbert each finished with four points.

In the second match, Harvard took on Marist, securing another win with a score of 13-9.

Next, the team will head west for the Aztec Invitational next weekend. The Crimson is aiming to continue this winning streak and build on their impressive season so far.