Warrior Beat

After successfully hosting its Elite Camp — 350 or so campers — the Warriors are reciprocating with their attendance at two camps on the mainland today. Offensive coordinator Brian Smith, special teams coordinator Mayur Chaudhari and defensive backs coach Abraham Elimimian are guest coaches at USC’s camp. Offensive line coach Chris Naeole and receivers coach Kefense Hynson are guest coaches at California’s camp. USC and Cal were among the teams that sent coaches to UH’s Elite Camp. The exchange will […]

Nick Rolovich grew up in a household of love, support and encouragement. But like most tweens, “you need somebody (outside the family) to tell you everything’s going to be OK and your life is going to be what you make of it and you can do whatever you want,” Rolovich said. “Hearing that from the right person at the right time is the reason why I’m here (as UH coach). We all had somebody like that.” For Rolovich, that was […]

Former UH short-snapper Brodie Nakama has been named an intern for special teams, coach Nick Rolovich confirmed to the Star-Advertiser today. In December, Nakama completed a UH career in which he did not have an errant snap on 199 attempts. He assisted with the training staff the past spring semester while completing work on his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and rehabilitation science. He graduated in May. Nakama will assist special teams coordinator Mayur Chaudhari. Nakama succeeds Micah Franz, who now […]

Athletic director David Matlin said the football Warriors and Under Armour will “continue” their apparel and footwear partnership. The Warriors and Under Armour initially agreed to an eight-year deal in February 2008. The deal was extended a year last year. It now is set for at least a 10th season. * * * * * A decision has not been finalized but Isaac Liva said he “leaning toward” playing both football and volleyball this coming academic year. He redshirted as […]

Two former Warriors — Makani Kema-Kaleiwahea and Makoa Camanse-Stevens — signed contracts to play in the German Football League. Kema-Kaleiwahea will play for the Colonge Crocodiles. Camanse-Stevens has joined the Stuttgart Scorpions. Both players are scheduled to arrive in Germany tomorrow. Their first games are on Sunday. “I’m excited for this opportunity,” said Kema-Kaleiwahea, who is projected to compete as a weak-side linebacker, rush end, running back, fullback and tight end. Kema-Kaleiwahea has an escape clause that will allow him […]

Our thoughts and best wishes go to offensive lineman Elijah Tupai, who has decided to relinquish his scholarship to take care of personal matters in Utah. Tupai is a good guy and good teammate who played well when he played — 33 games, 17 starts the past three years — in a UH career hindered by several injuries. He also is a reminder of the what-if possibilities from a pretty good 2013 recruiting class. 2013 First-year players: > Dejon Allen, […]