For UConn, which has had a tough start to its season, today's game is a key opportunity to prove it is a national-caliber team.

"It will be very different from the Connecticut teams of the past," Getman said. "They are much, much younger and inexperienced. They play extremely well at times, and at other times they make mistakes. We don't know what team will show up."

There's no question what Morrone and his Huskies expect from the Crimson--nothing but the best.

"All the raves we've been hearing about Harvard, the high pre-season ranking--I'm sure it's completely accurate," Morrone said. "We just want to be in a position to be close."

For the Crimson, freshman Lenny Ilkhanoff will be starting at left midfield for the first time this season. Ilkhanoff was one of three freshmen who saw time in that position during last Saturday's 1-0 win over Columbia.

Senior Stephen Hall has drawn goalkeeping duties, and will attempt to extend his two-game shutout streak.

UConn's Donigan, touted as one of the top players in the country this season, will be a crucial factor in the Huskies' otherwise inexperienced offense. Donigan netted the game-winner in UConn's 1-0 triumph over Army last Saturday.

The match will air on New England Sports Network (NESN) tonight at 10:30 p.m.