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The Harvard–Yale football rivalry, also known as "The Game", is an annual college football game between the Harvard Crimson and the Yale Bulldogs. It is one of the oldest rivalries in American college football, having been first played in 1875.

History

The rivalry began on November 13, 1875, when Harvard and Yale first met on the football field. The game was played at Hamilton Park in New Haven, Connecticut, and Harvard won by a score of 4–0. Since then, the two teams have met 138 times, with Yale leading the series 69–61–8.

Significance

The Harvard–Yale game is more than just a football game; it is a cultural event that draws alumni and fans from across the country. The game is traditionally played at the end of the season, and it often has implications for the Ivy League championship.

Notable Games

In 1968, the game ended in a 29–29 tie, which is famously remembered as "Harvard Beats Yale 29–29" due to Harvard scoring 16 points in the final 42 seconds to tie the game.
The 2004 game was notable for being played in a snowstorm, with Harvard winning 35–3.

Traditions

The rivalry is steeped in tradition, with both schools hosting elaborate tailgate parties and other events leading up to the game. The winning team is awarded the "Little Red Flag", a trophy that has been part of the rivalry since 1884.

Future Games

The next meeting between Harvard and Yale is scheduled for November 18, 2023.

References

External Links

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-[[File:Yale-Harvard-Game.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Harvard vs yale program 1875.jpg|thumb]] [[File:1876YaleHarvardprogram2.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Harvard yale 1982 mit balloon.jpg|thumb]] {{Infobox sports rivalry
+{{Infobox sports rivalry
 | name = Harvard–Yale football rivalry
-| team1 = [[Harvard Crimson football|Harvard Crimson]]
+| team1 = [[Harvard Crimson football|Harvard]]
-| team2 = [[Yale Bulldogs football|Yale Bulldogs]]
+| team2 = [[Yale Bulldogs football|Yale]]
 | sport = [[College football]]
-| firstmeeting = November 13, 1875
+| firstmeeting = [[November 13]], [[1875]]
-| mostrecent = November 19, 2022
+| mostrecent = [[November 19]], [[2022]]
-| nextmeeting = November 18, 2023
+| nextmeeting = [[November 18]], [[2023]]
-| total = 138 meetings
+| total = 138
-| series = Yale leads, 68–61–9
+| series = Yale leads, 69–61–8
-| largestvictory = Yale, 54–0 (1957)
+| largestvictory = Yale, 54–0 ([[1957]])
-| longeststreak = Yale, 16 (1880–1895)
+| longeststreak = Yale, 16 ([[1876]]–[[1892]])
-| currentstreak = Harvard, 1 (2022–present)
+| currentstreak = Harvard, 1 ([[2022]]–present)
 }}
-The '''Harvard–Yale football rivalry''', also known as "The Game," is one of the oldest and most storied rivalries in [[American college football]]. The rivalry is between the [[Harvard University|Harvard Crimson]] and the [[Yale University|Yale Bulldogs]], two of the most prestigious universities in the United States. The first game was played on November 13, 1875, and the rivalry has continued annually, with few exceptions, ever since.
+The '''Harvard–Yale football rivalry''', also known as "The Game", is an annual college football game between the [[Harvard University|Harvard]] [[Harvard Crimson football|Crimson]] and the [[Yale University|Yale]] [[Yale Bulldogs football|Bulldogs]]. It is one of the oldest rivalries in American college football, having been first played in [[1875]].
-==History==
+== History ==
-The rivalry began in the late 19th century, a time when college football was still in its infancy. The first game in 1875 was played under a modified version of the [[Rugby football|rugby]] rules, as the modern rules of American football had not yet been fully developed. Harvard won the inaugural game with a score of 4–0.
+The rivalry began on [[November 13]], [[1875]], when Harvard and Yale first met on the football field. The game was played at [[Hamilton Park (New Haven)|Hamilton Park]] in [[New Haven, Connecticut]], and Harvard won by a score of 4–0. Since then, the two teams have met 138 times, with Yale leading the series 69–61–8.
-Over the years, "The Game" has become a significant cultural event, not only for the students and alumni of the two universities but also for the broader college football community. The rivalry is steeped in tradition, with each game drawing large crowds and significant media attention.
+== Significance ==
+The Harvard–Yale game is more than just a football game; it is a cultural event that draws alumni and fans from across the country. The game is traditionally played at the end of the season, and it often has implications for the [[Ivy League]] championship.
-==Significant Games==
+== Notable Games ==
-Several games in the history of the Harvard–Yale rivalry stand out due to their impact on the series or their dramatic nature:
+* In [[1968]], the game ended in a 29–29 tie, which is famously remembered as "Harvard Beats Yale 29–29" due to Harvard scoring 16 points in the final 42 seconds to tie the game.
+* The [[2004]] game was notable for being played in a snowstorm, with Harvard winning 35–3.
-* '''The 1968 Game''': Known as "The Tie," this game ended in a 29–29 tie after Harvard scored 16 points in the final 42 seconds. The headline in the [[Harvard Crimson]] famously read, "Harvard Beats Yale 29-29."
+== Traditions ==
+The rivalry is steeped in tradition, with both schools hosting elaborate tailgate parties and other events leading up to the game. The winning team is awarded the "[[Little Red Flag]]", a trophy that has been part of the rivalry since [[1884]].
-* '''The 2004 Game''': Harvard defeated Yale 35–3, completing an undefeated season and winning the [[Ivy League]] championship.
+== Future Games ==
+The next meeting between Harvard and Yale is scheduled for [[November 18]], [[2023]].
-* '''The 2019 Game''': This game was notable for a student protest that delayed the game for nearly an hour. Harvard eventually won 50–43 in double overtime.
+== See Also ==
+* [[List of college football rivalries]]
-==Traditions==
+* [[Ivy League]]
-The Harvard–Yale game is rich with traditions that have developed over the decades:
-* '''The Bonfire''': Harvard students traditionally hold a bonfire rally before "The Game."
-* '''The Marching Bands''': Both universities have their marching bands perform at halftime, often with humorous and satirical shows.
-* '''The Pranks''': Students from both schools have a long history of attempting to pull off elaborate pranks on each other during "The Game."
-==Cultural Impact==
-The Harvard–Yale rivalry has been featured in various forms of media, including literature, film, and television. It is often cited as an example of the intense rivalries that can develop between academic institutions.
-==Also see==
+== References ==
-* [[College football rivalries in the United States]]
+* [https://www.thecrimson.com/section/sports/ Harvard Crimson Sports]
-* [[Ivy League]]
+* [https://yaledailynews.com/blog/category/sports/ Yale Daily News Sports]
-* [[Harvard Crimson football]]
-* [[Yale Bulldogs football]]
-{{College football rivalries}}
+== External Links ==
+* [https://www.harvard.edu/ Harvard University]
+* [https://www.yale.edu/ Yale University]
-[[Category:College football rivalries]]
+[[Category:College football rivalries in the United States]]
 [[Category:Harvard Crimson football]]
 [[Category:Yale Bulldogs football]]
+[[Category:1875 establishments in the United States]]
+[[Category:Recurring sporting events established in 1875]]