UNLV Claims Golden Pineapple Again | Las Vegas News

UNLV crushed Hawaii 21-6 in the Ninth Island Showdown, claiming the Golden Pineapple Trophy for the fourth straight year with a dominant performance. Jaiden Thomas exploded for 143 rushing yards and a TD, while Jackson Arnold added 89 rushing yards, two scores, and 116 passing yards. The Rebels outgained Hawaii 364-294, shutting them out of the end zone entirely. Arnold’s early touchdown runs gave UNLV a 14-3 halftime lead, and Thomas’ 50-yard TD run in the fourth sealed the win. Hawaii’s second-half surge stalled with turnovers and an interception, ending their hopes. This victory marks UNLV’s first win of the season and their earliest conference opener since 2015. Both teams return next Saturday—UNLV heads to North Texas, Hawaii hosts New Mexico 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/ed309787de541dbc