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Harvard Edges Boston College 2-1 to Reach Women’s Beanpot Final

A 40-save effort from goalie Ainsley Tuffy propelled a return to TD Garden for Harvard’s first title game since 2022.

Harvard Crimson left wing Elle Sproule (17) and Boston College Eagles forward Alanna Devlin (3) battle for the puck in front of Harvard Crimson goalie Ainsley Tuffy (1) as Harvard takes on BC in the first round of the Women’s Beanpot. (Staff photo by Stuart Cahill/Media News Group)
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Overview

  • Defenseman Kaley MacDonald netted the winner at 8:23 of the third period for her first goal of the season.
  • Freshman Morgan McGathey opened the scoring late in the first before BC’s Ava Thomas tied it in the second.
  • Boston College outshot Harvard 41-34, but Tuffy stopped 40 of 41 attempts in a goaltender-driven semifinal.
  • BC goaltender Grace Campbell made 32 saves to keep the game tight before the late Crimson breakthrough.
  • Harvard advances to next Tuesday’s championship at TD Garden against the BU–Northeastern winner, with BC set for the consolation game.