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Cornell Upsets Yale with Last-Second 3-Pointer, Ends Streak

2/28/2026

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Cornell Big Red defeated the Yale Bulldogs 72-69 in Ithaca, as Jake Fiegen scored 17 points, including a crucial 3-pointer with one second remaining.
The victory ended Cornell's five-game losing streak against Yale and raised their Ivy League record to 6-6, placing them fourth.
Cooper Noard scored 16 points, and Josh Baldwin added 13.
Yale's Casey Simmons, Isaac Celiscar, and Nick Townsend scored 14 points, and Yale's five-game streak ended.

History

Historical Context

The Ivy League was officially established in 1954, creating a competitive framework for collegiate athletics, with Yale winning the inaugural basketball championship. Cornell University recently defeated Yale 72-69, ending a long-standing rivalry that has defined Ivy League basketball. This victory underscores the evolving dynamics of collegiate sports and the enduring competitive spirit among these prestigious institutions.

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Story summary

Cornell Big Red defeated the Yale Bulldogs 72-69 in Ithaca, as Jake Fiegen scored 17 points, including a crucial 3-pointer with one second remaining.
The victory ended Cornell's five-game losing streak against Yale and raised their Ivy League record to 6-6, placing them fourth.
Cooper Noard scored 16 points, and Josh Baldwin added 13.
Yale's Casey Simmons, Isaac Celiscar, and Nick Townsend scored 14 points, and Yale's five-game streak ended.

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