Max Borghi Will Attend Washington State Game Against Arizona
Former Cougars running back Max Borghi returns to Pullman for Saturday's game against the Arizona Wildcats.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Football
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Former Washington State running back Max Borghi will attend the Cougars football game against the Arizona Wildcats this Saturday, September 26, 2026. Borghi, who currently works as an account executive at SRS Distribution INC, announced his upcoming appearance on X.
Why it matters
Borghi, who maintained an undefeated 2-0 record against Arizona during his collegiate career, returns as the Cougars look to continue a trend of success against the Wildcats. Arizona has dropped five of its last seven meetings with Washington State heading into the matchup.
Kickoff for the game is set for 4:30 p.m. at the Pullman stadium, which now features new LED lights, a new video board, a new sound system, and upgraded turf.
The players
Max Borghi
He is a former Washington State University running back who most recently played for the Houston Roughnecks and currently works as an account executive at SRS Distribution INC.
Washington State University
It is a public research university located in Pullman, Washington, known for its Cougar athletic programs.
University of Arizona
It is a public land-grant research university in Tucson that fields the Arizona Wildcats football team.
The details
Borghi, a former star for the Cougars who spent the 2023 season with the Houston Roughnecks, shared his plans to attend the game via social media. The stadium in Pullman has undergone several technical enhancements to improve the fan experience ahead of this week's contest.
Timeline
Max Borghi played for the Houston Roughnecks in 2023.
Washington State plays Arizona on September 26, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This game marks a critical point in the season for both programs as they navigate their respective schedules. The result will influence the standing of each team as they compete for dominance within their regional conference landscape.
Attendees should be aware of the updated stadium facilities, including the new sound system, video board, and turf. The 4:30 p.m. kickoff time dictates the timeline for pre-game activities and parking access in Pullman.
The takeaway
The return of a former standout player highlights the ongoing connection between university alumni and current athletic programs. Fans can expect a modernized game-day experience in Pullman as the stadium improvements are debuted for the crowd.
Further reading
For more on the team's season, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Moscow-Pullman Daily News.
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