The Washington State Cougars put up a valiant effort against the No. 4 ranked Washington Huskies in the 2019 Apple Cup, but ultimately fell short in a close game. The Cougars had a chance to upset the Huskies, but were unable to capitalize on their opportunities. Despite the loss, the Cougars can take solace in the fact that they pushed the Huskies to the brink and showed that they can compete with the best teams in the nation.
The Cougars started off strong, taking an early lead in the first quarter. They were able to keep the Huskies at bay for most of the game, but the Huskies eventually took control in the fourth quarter. The Cougars were unable to answer the Huskies’ late surge, and ultimately fell short. The final score was 28-15 in favor of the Huskies.
The Cougars had several chances to take control of the game, but were unable to capitalize on their opportunities. They had several drives that stalled in the red zone, and were unable to convert on key third downs. The Cougars also had trouble containing the Huskies’ offense, as they gave up several big plays that allowed the Huskies to pull away late in the game.
Despite the loss, the Cougars can take solace in the fact that they pushed the Huskies to the brink and showed that they can compete with the best teams in the nation. The Cougars have had a successful season, and this game was a testament to their hard work and dedication. While there is no solace in losing, the Cougars can take pride in their performance against a top-ranked opponent.
The Cougars will look to build upon this performance as they head into their bowl game. With a strong showing against the Huskies, they have shown that they can compete with anyone in the nation. The Cougars will look to use this experience as motivation as they prepare for their bowl game and look to end their season on a high note.
