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Washington prepares for Apple Cup as team chemistry grows before matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 3:43 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Washington prepares for Apple Cup as team chemistry grows before matchup

Summary

Washington head coach Jedd Fisch and players addressed the media this week ahead of the upcoming Apple Cup. The team enters the matchup with Landen Hatchett, Jordan Washington, and CJ Christian ruled out due to injury. Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. gifted JLab headphones to his teammates this week to build cohesion following his brief entry into the transfer portal. Washington State head coach Kirby Moore confirmed that Trey Leckner and Hudson Cedarland will miss the game for his team. Players Elinneus Davis and Xe’ree Alexander expressed intensity regarding the rivalry matchup. Analysts suggest Washington remains a high-variance team that could impact the College Football Playoff field based on its performance in Big Ten play this season.

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By the Numbers

•Washington ruled out Landen Hatchett, Jordan Washington, and CJ Christian for the Apple Cup.
•Washington State will be without Trey Leckner and Hudson Cedarland.
•Demond Williams Jr. gifted headphones to every player on the Washington roster.
•Washington’s 2016 team will be honored during the Apple Cup proceedings.
•Kelsey Plum is sidelined for the FIBA Women’s World Cup due to a leg injury.

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