Nevertheless, there was a positive atmosphere amongst the runners following the meet.
“A lot of girls made big jumps [on Saturday],” senior Katherine Katz said. “We’re still getting used to our course.”
Senior Mairead O’Callaghan, Harvard’s top finisher, placed eighth in a time of 17:49.
O’Callaghan was followed for the Crimson by a pair of Ontarians. Senior Beverly Whelan placed 11th in 18:03 and was followed 16 seconds later by sophomore Laura Maludzinski, who finished 18th.
Like their male counterparts, the freshmen continued to shine this weekend. Jennifer Saura led the first-year runners with a time of 19:25.
“We look to the freshmen more to contribute,” Katz said describing the team’s goals for the next meet.
Indeed, this upcoming week is the perfect chance for them to continue to learn their home course at Franklin Park, where Harvard will compete in the New England Championships on Friday.