The Seattle U Redhawks and Washington Huskies men’s basketball teams share a historic intracity rivalry, first played in 1953 and renewed regularly since 2009.
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The rivalry began in 1953 when Seattle U and Washington first met in college basketball competition.
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As of December 2025, the Huskies lead the series with 35 wins to Seattle’s 6.
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In 2024, Seattle snapped a 19-game losing streak with a stunning 79-70 victory over Washington.
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On December 19, 2025, Seattle U upset Washington with a 70-66 win in the next chapter of the rivalry.
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Seattle’s offense is powered by sharpshooter Brayden Maldonado and interior defender Will Heimbrodt.
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Washington rolled past Southern Utah 105-69 with balanced scoring and strong shooting percentages.
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This in-city rivalry fuels local pride as fans from Seattle and UW gear up every matchup.
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The December 19 matchup streamed live on ESPN2, adding national exposure to the Battle for Seattle.
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The Battle for Seattle continues each season as both programs build history and momentum.
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