The Hard Hat: Chapter 12

What symbol did the team wear to honor George during their first game?

What caused the first game against Yale to be postponed?

How did the players feel while taking the field after seeing George's framed photo?

What was the final score of the game against Yale?

What was the outcome of the game against the University of Pennsylvania?

What effect did the emotional weight of the season have on the players after the Yale game?

What did the players use as motivation during their game against Yale?

What emotional state did the team experience before their important game against Harvard?

What was a significant factor that contributed to the team's comeback victory over Harvard?

How did the team honor George before the important game against Princeton?

What was the result of the game between Cornell and Princeton?

What did the team do after their victory against Princeton?

What happened in the game against Navy, despite the team's efforts?

How did the team's perspective change throughout the season?

What did the supporters wear during the quarterfinals against Navy?

Game Preparation and Tribute

Team wore patches of a hard hat with number 21 on jerseys to honor George during the Yale game.
The emotional impact was significant when players first saw the jerseys in the locker room.
Initial game against Yale was postponed due to heavy fog, described as making the field unplayable, and rescheduled to a sunny Sunday.

Emotional Experience of the Games

A framed picture of George in a Cornell Red uniform was displayed to remind players of their purpose.
The game against Yale provided therapeutic value, allowing players to reconnect with their passion and win 10-6.
Following a loss to the University of Pennsylvania (10-8), emotional weight affected team performance and clarity of purpose.

Regaining Perspective

An impromptu meeting before the Harvard game helped the team process emotions, leading to a comeback win in overtime (10-9).
The team experienced ups and downs, highlighting the emotional struggles of honoring George while maintaining focus on winning.

Rivalry and Overtime Thrill

The match against Princeton was profoundly meaningful, especially for George, who chose Cornell over Princeton.
Pre-game rituals changed, emphasizing collective memory of George and the significance of the game.
Victory in overtime (12-11) marked a historic win, ending a 10-year losing streak against Princeton.

Season Continuation and Championships

Following the emotional victory, the team continued its winning streak, clinching a share of the Ivy League title by defeating Brown (10-9).
Advanced to NCAA tournament, winning the first-round match against Hobart (11-5) but narrowly losing to Navy (6-5) in the quarterfinals.

Legacy and Learning

The team embraced the values of George, fostering unity and resilience throughout the season.
Lacrosse described as a healing game reflects the profound impact of sport on grief and bonding after tragedy.
The season concluded with pride in the team's accomplishments and the lasting legacy of George's spirit as an honorable teammate.

This quiz explores the emotional impacts and tributes experienced by the team during the games, particularly the tribute to George through their jerseys. The significance of seeing George's framed picture in the locker room adds to the profound emotional experience of the players. Test your knowledge on how these elements shaped the team's spirit.