Washington Huskies athletic director Pat Chun has not ruled out the possibility of extending the Apple Cup rivalry series with Washington State, according to a report from Huskies Wire. The Apple Cup, one of college football's most storied Pacific Northwest rivalries, has faced uncertainty amid conference realignment.
Chun's comments suggest both programs remain committed to preserving the annual matchup despite Washington's move to the Big Ten and Washington State's affiliation with the Pac-12's remaining structure. The rivalry dates back to 1900 and has been played continuously since 1945.
Scheduling discussions are ongoing as both athletic departments navigate new conference obligations while seeking to maintain the traditional late-November showdown that draws statewide attention each year.
