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Hawaii suffers 20-16 loss to San Jose State in rivalry game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 4:05 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

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Summary

Hawaii lost to San Jose State 20-16 in a closely contested rivalry game on Saturday. The defeat marks six consecutive wins for San Jose State in this matchup, dubbed the Dick Tomey Legacy Trophy. Hawaii struggled with self-inflicted wounds, including multiple turnovers and penalties that derailed scoring opportunities. Despite a positive performance from quarterback Micah Alejado, his team's mistakes proved costly. The loss leaves Hawaii fans pondering missed chances and the implications for the season ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Hawaii's critical mistakes included multiple penalties and missed opportunities in the red zone.
•Micah Alejado threw a 49-yard pass early in the second half but struggles followed.
•Hawaii's recent performance has led to concerns about the squad's depth due to injuries.
•The defeat allows San Jose State to retain the Dick Tomey Legacy Trophy for a sixth year.

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4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Reardon: Too many self-inflicted mistakes doomed UH from a win

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As anyone with siblings knows, when they beat you at something it stings the most. You can talk about how you love them because you grew up together, were teammates, and you are their fan except for one week a season. Hawaii’s 20-16 loss to San Jose State on Saturday was a true rivalry game, and one that leaves UH fans thinking about what could have been — especially when considering how many ...
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