When asked how the team would deal with this frustrating late-season performance, Burke was cautious.
"Well, it definitely means that we'll have a tough practice tomorrow. And I definitely think that we'll be more intense for the Cornell and Dartmouth games [this weekend]."
Indeed, if one bright spot could be found in this ugly showing, it would have to be Harvard's continuing resilience.
Although the team hasn't been as consistent as it would like for much of this season, it has managed to pile up seven straight victories since early-season losses to powerhouses Princeton and Maryland.
As Burke pointed out, "The good thing about yesterday was that we eventually settled down." w
While Kleinfelder would prefer the Jean Claude van Damme approach--blow opponents out and ask questions later--she can be pleased by the fact that the squad manages to find different ways to win every game.
Score early. Scolre late. Win close games. Win blowouts. The bottom line's the same.
To recall the immortal words of Raider owner Al Davis, "Just win, baby."
For the time being, it looks like the Crimson will oblige.
'We were very panicked in the first half.'
Co-Captain Rachel Burke