Washington State Wins 116th Apple Cup 24-19 with Dramatic Goal-Line Stand

Sep 14, 2024, 10:41 PM

The 116th annual Apple Cup, an early-season nonconference game, saw the Washington State Cougars narrowly defeat the Washington Huskies. The game, held at Lumen Field and broadcasted on Peacock, featured a dramatic finish with Washington State making a crucial goal-line stand to secure the 24-19 victory. The Cougars' defense was pivotal, stopping the Huskies on fourth-and-goal at the 2-minute warning to seal the win. This year's Apple Cup was notable for being the earliest in the rivalry's history and for Washington's recent move to the Big Ten.