Cougars Fall Short, But Fight On | Washington Huskies Football News

Washington State fell short in a heartbreaker of an Apple Cup, losing 24-10 to No. 17 Washington despite being within striking distance until the final minutes. New head coach Jake Dickert made his debut under pressure, guiding a resilient team that battled through offensive woes and turnovers while the defense delivered standout moments—including a crucial goal-line stop. Players praised Dickert’s poise and the coaching staff’s motivational energy, especially quarterback Cameron Ward. Though the loss marks their 78th all-time defeat to the Huskies, the Cougars are focused on growth, buoyed by defensive grit and belief they were just steps away from victory. Next up: a chance to rebound against Kansas State. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/45d6f0fe0eeb6942