Washington State Wins Apple Cup 24-19 with Mateer's Heroics and Goal-Line Stand

Sep 14, 2024, 10:03 PM

Washington State reclaimed the Apple Cup with a 24-19 victory over Washington at Lumen Field in the 116th edition of the rivalry. The game, broadcast exclusively on Peacock, marked the earliest Apple Cup in history and saw significant performances from both teams. Washington State quarterback John Mateer was pivotal, running for two touchdowns and throwing for another to Josh Meredith. The Cougars' defense made a crucial goal-line stand with just over a minute remaining to secure the win. Washington struggled with penalties throughout the game, which contributed to their defeat. The Huskies had a chance to take the lead late in the game but were stopped on fourth-and-goal. Will Rogers threw a touchdown pass to Giles Jackson, and Grady Gross contributed with field goals. This win marks Washington State's second Apple Cup victory in the last ten years, and the Cougars now hold a 3-0 record this season.