Brown Edges Columbia 4-2 in Ivy League Tournament Finale
Brown University secured a 4-2 victory over Columbia University in the Ivy League Tournament, ending the Lions’ hopes of a championship run.
The Bears opened the scoring in the first inning after loading the bases, capitalizing on a timely hit to take an early lead, while Owen Estabrook’s pickoff at third halted any immediate comeback.
Columbia answered with a threat in the fifth, but Alex Benevento’s strike at the plate preserved the narrow advantage, and reliever Will Harrigan followed with four scoreless innings out of the bullpen.
Sixth Inning Explosion
The sixth inning proved pivotal as Brown erupted for two runs on a two-run single by Christian Butera, then added another on a sacrifice fly, stretching the lead to three.
A seventh‑inning rally by Columbia was snuffed out when the Bears caught the runners in a rundown, showcasing composure under pressure.
In the ninth, the Lions mounted a final push but fell short, as Christian Keel induced a game‑ending groundout to seal the win.
Key Performances
Cole Fellows went 2-for-4 and Hunter Snyder contributed two hits, while Christian Keel’s late groundout capped a solid outing for the Bears.
The win underscores Brown’s depth and resilience, positioning them as a formidable contender as the tournament progresses.