Stanford holds off Hawai'i for season-opening win in fourth quarter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 5:53 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Stanford defeated Hawai'i 37-27 in its season opener at Stanford Stadium on August 29. The Cardinal led 23-7 entering the fourth quarter, but the Rainbow Warriors rallied to take a 27-23 lead. Stanford responded with key plays from Micah Ford and Tevarua Tafiti, securing the win in a dramatic finish. Head coach Tavita Pritchard expressed pride in the team's performance, particularly how they overcame adversity late in the game. Stanford prepares next to face the Miami Hurricanes.
- •Stanford scores four touchdowns in the first three quarters.
- •Hawai'i scores three touchdowns in a row to briefly lead.
- •Tevarua Tafiti seals the win with a fumble return touchdown.
- •Micah Ford achieves three rushing touchdowns in the game.
- •Stanford will play against Miami next week.
- 5:53 AMYahoo Sports — Stanford make big plays late game to hold Hawai'i 4th quarter comeback
"The Stanford Cardinal nearly collapsed in the 4th quarter against Hawai'i but big plays were made by Micah Ford, Tevarua Tafiti.
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