The second-seeded Ephs (6–1–9, 4–1–6 NESCAC) beat the seventh-seeded Jumbos (7–2–7, 3–2–6 NESCAC) at home, advancing to the semifinals of the NESCAC postseason tournament after winning four penalty kicks to Tufts’ three in a thrilling shootout. 

The Record spoke to four former varsity athletes to hear about the process of leaving a team, the reasons behind their decision, and the lasting impact it has had on them.