"B.C. was skilled, strong, and fast," Fairbairn said. "We had to work hard to contend with them."
The Eagles used their team speed to stake their lead. The team's strategy was to hit the ball upfield and send a player to chase it.
"They just hit it through us," Collins said. "They were really fast and used big balls really well."
However, Harvard managed to exploit several B.C. mistakes and apply some pressure.
One mistake by the Eagles proved especially costly. The B.C. goalie cleared a shot back up the middle, setting up a one-on-one that resulted in Nagle's first goal.
Despite the crucial role her goals played, Nagle downplayed her accomplishments.
"The overtime was what really counted," Nagle said.
Now, a challenge even bigger than the Eagles looms on the horizon. Fifth-ranked Princeton, the quintessential Crimson nemesis, travels to Cumnock Field on Saturday.
"The Crimson enjoys an edge, however. The Tigers will play on grass, rather than their customary astroturf.
Collins expects an even game.
"I don't think there's any doubt in anyone's mind that there's going to be a close game," Collins said.
Harvard also derives momentum from last year, when Princeton romped, 5-1.
"We want to get revenge," Collins said.
Hopefully, playing four solid opponents in its last four games has prepared the Crimson for Saturday's game.
"Having won against a ranked team psyches us up," Fairbairn said. "We played well [yesterday], but we can play better. Princeton is a big day, and we have to come out strong."
The Crimson has stayed close in its last four games. Harvard hopes Saturday will bring the payoff.