Washington Huskies and Washington State Cougars Agree to Extend Apple Cup Rivalry Through 2028

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The Washington Huskies and Washington State Cougars have agreed to extend their Apple Cup rivalry through 2028. The two teams have been playing each other since 1900, making the Apple Cup one of the oldest rivalries in college football.

The Apple Cup is an annual game between the two teams that takes place on the Friday after Thanksgiving. The game is always held in either Seattle or Pullman, depending on who is the home team that year. It is a highly anticipated game for both teams and their fans, as it is a chance for bragging rights in the state of Washington.

The rivalry between the two teams has been intense over the years, with the Huskies holding a slight edge in the all-time series. The Huskies have won the Apple Cup 62 times, while the Cougars have won it 44 times. The two teams have also tied five times.

The extension of the rivalry through 2028 is great news for both teams and their fans. It ensures that the Apple Cup will be played for at least another decade, giving fans something to look forward to each year. It also gives both teams a chance to continue their rivalry and compete for the state championship.

The extension of the rivalry also helps to keep college football alive in Washington. With both teams competing each year, it helps to keep the state’s college football tradition alive and well. It also helps to bring attention to the state of Washington and its college football programs.

The extension of the Apple Cup rivalry through 2028 is great news for both teams and their fans. It ensures that the rivalry will continue for at least another decade, giving fans something to look forward to each year. It also helps to keep college football alive in Washington and bring attention to the state’s college football programs.

Washington Huskies and Washington State Cougars Agree to Extend Apple Cup Rivalry Through 2028