Stanford holds off Hawaii for 37-27 victory in opener

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:48 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

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Stanford defeated Hawaii 37-27 on August 30 at Stanford Stadium in the season opener for both teams. The game saw Stanford capitalize on strong performances, holding a lead throughout the contest despite a strong effort from Hawaii, which was coming off its first nine-win season since 2019. This matchup marked a rematch of last year's close game, where Hawaii claimed victory with a last-second field goal. Stanford will look to build on this win as the season progresses, while Hawaii aims to regroup for their next match.

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  • Stanford scores 37 points in season opener against Hawaii.
  • Hawaii finished last season with nine wins, aiming for a strong start.
  • Matchup follows last year's close contest won by Hawaii.
  • Stanford led throughout the game despite Hawaii's efforts.
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Editor’s Note: Bookmark this page for live updates from the game. Tweets below will automatically refresh. —— FINAL SCORE: Stanford 37, Hawaii 27 The University of Hawaii football team, coming off its first nine-win season since 2019, looks to begin the year with a victory over Stanford on the road at Stanford Stadium. The Cardinal defeated UH, 37-24, in Hawaii’s 2023 home opener. Last season, ...

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