But just as it appeared that the visitors were going to roll over, the Big Green began to mount a comeback.
The surge culminated with Maag's goal late in the final period and the one-goal Dartmouth lead.
But after Garavente's and Pujols heroics, and the stellar defense of Justin Peyser, all that was left were memories of the Crimson's 8-6 year.
And, of course, there was Charlie Guildehaus, who was still there on the ground, smashing his equipment, still waiting for the chance to throw that final pass.
THE NOTEBOOK: Bergmann had 18 saves for Harvard. Pyne had half as many for Dartmouth Other goal-scorers for Harvard. Peter Follows had three, Jamie Wright had two and Rob Hawley and Martin Garcia had one apiece. Goals: H. Chris Pujols 4, Peter Follows 3, Jamie Wright 2, Rob Hawiey. Martin Garcia, Paul Garavente: D. Jenkins Marshall 4, Andy Osman 2. Steve Lietman 2. Charlie Gildechaus, Bob Mitchell, Bill Maag. Assists: H. Hawley 3, Pujols. Garavente. Follows, Justin Peyser: D. Dave Burt 2. Gildehause, Jog Bass. Marshall. Saves: H Mike Bergmann 18: D. Jay Pyne 9. Att.: 250