The Oregon State Beavers and the Washington Huskies met on a crisp evening at Paul Lorenz Field, ending a three‑game stretch of draws that had left both programs searching for a breakthrough.
Washington struck first, with Jadyn Holdenried finding the net before the two‑minute mark, setting an early tone for the visitors.
Ten minutes later Avery Nguyen doubled the lead, slipping a shot past Oregon State’s defense to make it 2‑0.
Goalkeeper Libby Brooker kept the Beavers in the game with a diving save in the 39th minute, preserving the slim margin.
Controversial offside call
The momentum shifted when a third Washington goal was disallowed after a video review flagged an offside position, a call that sparked debate among fans.
A scramble in the box resulted in a penalty kick for Oregon State, and Abby Smith converted to pull the hosts within one, finishing at 2‑1.
Implications for the Beavers
The victory lifts Washington’s conference standing and underscores the competitiveness of the Pac‑12 women’s soccer race, while Oregon State will look to regroup as they prepare for the Utah matchup.
The Huskies are set to travel to Utah on September 6 at 1 p.m., where they will aim to extend their momentum, while the Beavers hope to translate their defensive resilience into a positive result.