Kemp: From backup to MVP
Marcus Kemp has come a long way since being Chris Gant’s backup who blocked the safety every other play as a freshman to becoming the 19th Warrior — and first since 2011 — to amass 1,000 receiving yards in a season. On Sunday night, he won the Alec Waterhouse Award as the Warriors’ most valuable player.
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CONGRATULATIONS to all the Warriors on an exciting season! Good luck in the Bowl game once it is official.
And THANK YOU to all the coaches for your hard work.
Now, will the fans please start attending the games next season and go to the Hawai’i bowl should the Warriors get the invite.
THANK YOU!
Good morning everyone
Fat fingers lol, can’the even sign in correctly
It was a year that brought back hope and belief
DEJON ALLEN OFFENSIVE MVP … YOU GOTTA BE KIDDING !!!!!
HE PROBABLY LEADS THE NATION IN FALSE STARTS …..
LIVE ALOHA / PLAY WARRIOR / DEFEND THE ROCK … GO ‘BOWS
Congratulations to all University of Hawaii Warrior’s football players and their individual award.
Those that are returning next year, as a long time staunch Warrior football fan and supporter, I’d like to see you (returnees) start building yourself for next season. It is my hope that everyone (starters, potential starters for 2017) will start training together on the school campus (stay in Hawaii) and prepare for 2017. A team that sticks together will undoubtedly show that results at game time.
I really believe next season our 2017 Warrior football team will take their MWC division championship and be ranked in the top 25. Just about everyone on the Offensive side of the ball will be returning. Our Defensive side will undoubtedly be much improved. There will be no blow-outs against our Warriors in 2017.
This season our Warriors record should have read 8 wins and five losses. The New Mexico lobo and UNLV games at Aloha Stadium were lost in the closing minute of the game by fumbles with our Warriors a few points ahead on both games.
Hana hou Warriors!!!!!
By any standard, this was a successful season. Congratulations to all the Warriors !!! Now just waiting for an official announcement of Hawaii’s selection to the Hawaii Bowl.
Cole Carter getting an award makes me want to think he is already in the mix as an outside lb/DL. Remember the early pics of a guy that looked out of shape when he joined. Some of the guys not on the depth chart now will be big surprises. Don’t think Kingjames Taylor played a down but was insurance so in effect a RS even though #2 at TKL. As far as the shot at Allen-he was by far the most productive offensive lineman and pretty sure the least penalized. I think the last game was an aberration even though I recall a holding penalty and a tripping penalty called on him in the same game-both were non calls if you watch what goes on regularly in the OL CFB ranks. Congrats to the winners especially Dejon Allen! GoWarriors!!!!
Paniolo,
I like your enthusiasm but top 25 seems a little ambitious. We do return most of the offense but we lose RJ, Kemp, Paul Harris and Lakalaka. DSJ has not been able to stay healthy throughout a season, but Freddy Holly looks exciting. We also have Ulu-Perry joining the line which should be huge. I think we can replace RJ but I’m concerned about finding that power goaline back to score TDs like Lakalaka and a new go to receiver stepping up. Barker and Ewaliko are not the answer IMO.
What? No award after Fred Von Appen and Norm Chow! Von Appen read a lot of books or history buff, so you can have an award for the Book Worm award. As far as Chow, how about the best Asian UH player. Could be Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, etc. And how about the Down Under Award for the best Australian or New Zealand player on the team. Just thinking out of the box. Hehe!
Good luck to the coaches trying to get the recruits that we need for next year’s signing class.
If Tua Tagovailoa wants to start as a true freshman he should consider LSU. Alabama’s Jalen Hurts, a true freshman, is a bonafide Heisman Trophy Candidate. If Tua wants to sit, that’s okay, but I’m sure he wants to play. Wishing him well.
Guud Morning Tsaikos…Bootiful Day!
BEEG MAHALO! to the coaching staff and WARRIORS who made this season exciting. Yes, there were a couple that got away but the coaches kept the team focused and competitive. Looking for a “different” team next season. It all starts now!. Get better Warriors and…IMUA!
Con gears Dejon Allen Congrats to all Warriors!
Thanks coach Chow and
all his recruits! In my opinion
Tua will probably
beat that freshman Qb!!!
Think about it Tua with that
O line and recievers and defense..Don’t doubt what that kid can do.Just watch and see.
Flying O:
wow, you get all worked up/caught up in a simple statement about running into a “stacked” defense
do I do all the things you said, HELL NO!!!!!!!!
but, I watch the offensive plays called and wonder why the OC does call “up-da-middle” against a stacked front 7 — what’s wrong with telling your opponent that you don’t run between tackles when it’s a stacked defense? then, call up-da-middle running plays
or, simply call other plays and when your opponent stacks the outside, call running plays between the tackles.
as Burro said, I would call a plan for a “tank regiment” to attack an infantry Division knowing what weapons they have and how they deploy their troops; yet have to be careful because infantrymen have shoulder fired anti-tank weapons
Naole going to visit the 6′ 7″ OL commit and solidify his commitment to UH? dats great!!!
believe he joins UH in January 2017 — has NCAA cleared him to practice? — hope UH does not encounter another delay like they did for the “rush DE” [ dang, I keep forgetting his name ].
with his speed and toughness — how about a MLB position for him? – 6′ 4″ with 4.5 speed and 245 #s.
What’s interesting to me is that Ito rather than McDonald or Holly or Ulu-Perry was named the top scout player for offense. Is that just because of his work ethic or are we likely to see Genta get some carries next season?
Question: If Scott Frost leaves UCF for Oregon, what are the chances of Milton transferring to UH?
A-troll give it a rest already. Obviously you don’t know a thing about football. Go play with your tin soldiers.
No one has agreed with your opinions. In fact, you are probably losing a lot respect out here.
And you call yourself a supporter of the program?
I think by now that all of players and staff think very little of you.
Get a life bull.
Next year I hope there is the Greg McMackin Award, given to the Toughest Mother on the team.
Early candidates would be Fred Ulu-Perry and a return of Kennedy Tulimasealii
Congratulations to the players and coaches!
Rolo for coach of the year!
It’s official!
We’re in!
Never a doubt!
Go Warriors!
How about the Coach Norm Chow “We Just Gotta Work Harder” Award?
Howzit Tsaikos!
Congrats to the seniors, the award winners and the whole team for their efforts this season.
Go Warriors!! We going bowling!!
Nuff with the “up da middle” argument. Time to move on. Let the coaches coach and the players play. You can criticize the players, coaches, play calling, etc. but it gets old when it drags on. Say what you got to say and move on.
My bad. I thought Cole Carter was black. Sorry about that. Hope Cole is a very good pass rusher and defensive end. Congratulations on his Scout Team Award. To win that award coaches must like his work ethic and play on the practice field and in scrimmages. Come On, Man. How many Carters that are athletes do you know are white. The only Carters I know are women, Linda Carter and Dixie Carter. I must be only thinking about Anthony Carter in basketball or Anthony Carter in football, or Dexter Carter (former Florida State/ex. 49ers RB), or Coach Carter (Samuel Jackson in the movie). Hehe! Have a great day.
Mongoose – I think the scout team award is for players who truly embody what it means to be a real scout team guy – a guy that comes to practice and makes everyone better, but may not ever get into the playing rotation. Guys like Ulu-Perry will have a chance to win those other awards like Offensive MVP. The scout team award may be the only chance to recognize a guy like Genta.
I nominate the Coach Norm Chow award to Head Coach Nick Rolovich. He wins the award for “We’re Still Chasing Championships”.
Haka:
what you talkin about? UH going Hawaii Bowl?
nothing reported on UH sports pages or KITV or advertiser breaking news
if so, need to buy tickets now!!!!!!!!!
BigWave96744:
it would be sweet if KT can make a come back — however, slim chance, but can hope!!
i know others would not agree, but that’s their opinion.
A-House: If you’re looking to buy Hawaii Bowl tickets, they’re running a Cyber Monday special: $20 end zone seats for $10 plus $1 ticket charge.
Is Tua a qualifier? what was his SAT/ACT scores, or his GPA?
Clyde:
thank you for the information.
MasaBoy has a source for the $10 end zone tickets.
we are waiting for “official” announcement UH will be in the Hawaii Bowl.
last time we went, SMU just demolished Rolo and Nevada — SMU WRers just ran past Reno’s DBees — we were in the “blue” section, South end zone.
best I can recall, does not the Hawaii Bowl offer UH season ticket holders first if they want the same seats?
Bet Genta “Grunt” Ito won because he runs a lot like Humphrey.
He also bounces off defenders and changes directions on a dime.
And like that Japanese one-eyed good luck doll that doesn’t stay
down (because of its big round okole) he may be UH good luck charm
next year. 🙂
In case you missed it:
http://www.staradvertiser.com/2016/11/28/sports/sports-breaking/uh-is-bowl-bound/
per Ferd Lewis. Hawaii is in–either 75th or 77th place in a field of 80. Hawaii is in…and of course, going to the Hawaii Bowl. Formal announcement on Thursday.
Aranda – story not confirmed yet. ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH.
One of the reasons LSU felt comfortable investing in Ed Orgeron is his recruiting prowess. Just a few days into his tenure as full-time coach, Orgeron has landed a huge commitment from his top immediate target.
Defensive coordinator Dave Aranda has reportedly agreed to a new three-year deal to stay on Orgeron’s staff after one year at LSU, assuming the title of “associate head coach.” The specific terms are not known and the contract has not been signed, according to ESPN and The Advocate, but the news confirms Orgeron’s promise to LSU fans from his introductory press conference.
“We have some great coaches on our staff right now, led by Dave Aranda,” Orgeron told reporters on Saturday. “He is the best coordinator in football, and we plan on him being with us. I spoke to him this morning. We’re happy that Dave’s an LSU Tiger, I promise you that.”
Also, rumors have it that LSU trying to get Lame Kiffin.
Hi Ho, Hi Ho, it’s off to “bowl” we go — 12/24/2016 Aloha Stadium.
do current UH season ticket holders get “first dives” for their current seats like before?
walking from Aiea Elementary on Saturday around 4:45 pm – noticed a rather wide-open lot, but it was full on the way out
spoke with a friend who says he pays $300 to Na Koa for the privilege to park on the “outer rim” – told him many empty spaces and seem like a waste if UH wanted to attract more fans to games
I was wrong — so surprised to see a full lot!! dats BEEG BUCKS!!!
Lane Kiffen as OC for LSU??
currently co-OC at Alabama?
best wishes to Dave Aranda!!!
YESSSSSSSSS!!!
Congrats to all of the Warriors, MVPs and coaches!!!
PRIDE HAS RETURNED TO THE ROCK!!!
THANK YOU COACH ROLO!!!
GO WARRIORS!!!
Congrats to the UH players and coaches. Gee, everyone looks all “Holo Holo Kine” dressed up at the banquet – nice thing about having it held at a hotel. Many smiling faces.
Oregon will likely fire their HC, Mark Helfrich, not officially announced, but a search has apparently begun. Helfrich has an $11 million buyout, though – ouch! I guess Uncle Phil can cover that? I wonder if Lane Kiffin is a candidate for the Ducks HC job? I also wonder if a certain prep QB from here may be wavering in his commitment?
So proud of the team and what it represents: Hawaii and UH.
#38. Yup, and LSU is supposed to be interested in Kiffin as OC.
And, yes I hope a certain prep QB from here may be wavering in his commitment.
mo bettah stay home !!!
Just for the record, the Senior Walk was started in 1979 by Nelson Maeda (Kailua grad and former walk-on DB). Other seniors included Tom Tuinei, Al “Buzz” Preston, and the late Jerry Scanlon, which was the Bows first year in the original WAC. Maeda just wanted to walk around the stadium and take it all in one last time, as he told then HC Dick Tomey. The next season Blane Gaison and others in the 1980 class continued with the tradition.
BTW, UH beat a Mark Malone led Arizona State team in the 79 finale at Aloha Stadium (the year that Frank Kush got fired). I think that Nelson Maeda also had an interception. St Louis grad Wayne Apuna was a freshman starter at LB for the Sun Devils, but was booed after making several animated tackles vs UH.
Okay everybody. We’re all set for the Hawaii Bowl TGate. I stopped on the way home and reserved Cabana A (normal place). One more chance for good food, friends, fun and fuud. WAHOO! GO BOWS!
#10 “Derek” … #18 BigWave 96744 … GOOD ONES !!!!!
LIVE ALOHA / PLAY WARRIOR / DEFEND THE ROCK … GO ‘BOWS !!!!!
How about the Hank Vasconcellos award ? He was the coach when UH upset Nebraska in 1955 and when Skippy Dyer played for the UH Rainbows.
Toughest mother?
Niko Noga?
Itai Sataua?
Semeri Ulufale?
#46 … “Al” … just make it “The Noga Brothers”. Gotta include Al and Pete. Semeri Ulufale … look up BAD in Webster and it should have his picture or #72 … or was it #74 … baddest wedge buster we ever had !!!!!
Okay
Noga’s. I think Petelo was the nastiest.
Semeri…correct.
“A-House November 28, 2016 at 10:55 am
Flying O:
wow, you get all worked up/caught up in a simple statement about running into a “stacked” defense”
I’m not getting worked up at all. I don’t know why you think I am. I’m just stating that the questions you’re asking and the pronouncements about what the team is doing are pretty technical (why isn’t play x called instead of play y? if the defense is stacking the LOS, then why aren’t coaches doing x,y, and z? is a change in coaching staff required?), which leads me to believe that you’re studying film.
If you’re not, then I have no idea what the basis of your argument is.
Problem with allegations against KT because it involves an offense of “moral turpitude”, and that is very bad!!
#46 Also, Niko Noga, John Woodcock, AJ Cleveland, Steve Lehore, and a few others cant remember.
This has been quite a season, and I’m glad it’s not over yet! Well done Warriors!
Check out Jordan Hoy’s 2016 JUCO HIGHLIGHTS on @Hudl https://t.co/vsxhRxCllX #hudl
@Nick Rolovich
His next game Dec.10.
Take a look at QB.
UMass Game Photos
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Boise Game Photos
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New Mexico Game Photos
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Kalakaua Timoteo’s mom is the toughest mother
UMass game photos
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My way or No Way Huh??
your statement: “obviously you don’t know a thing about football”
OK, since you don’t know me, please accept being my “tutor” about football so I can be as knowledgeable as you
daily or weekly sessions would be great — let’s start with recruiting so there is a basis of “reason” to selecting players
btw, several of my “tin soldiers” died in combat so we can have this conversation today.
please respond
Oversight. Forgot to thank ST for great pics. Marcus looking very fatherly with his son (?) or is it big brother with little brother? Anyway, nice pic. Great to see players smiling and having a great time. Looking forward to coming spring when guys like Cole McDonald, Cole Carter, Max Hendrie, Freddie Holly III in the mix.
No worry Mr. A-House, the rest of us still love you 🙂
Congrats to the UH football team, coaches and staff. It was a tough 1st year for the coaching staff but the hard work from all paid off – LET’S GO ‘BOWling!
A QB who has 12 or more attempts without a completion is eligible for the Fred Von Appen Award.
The Larry Price Award should have gone to the guy who laid out the biggest “Katoosh”, Diocemy St. Juste
#55 “burro sabio” …EXCELLENT CHOICE …
Coach Greg McMakin Award for “The Toughest Mother” … Kalakaua Timoteo’s MOM … then retire the award as they can’t get any tougher !!!!!
I also like BigWave’s Coach Larry Price “KATOOSH” Award idea
LIVE ALOHA / PLAY WARRIOR / DEFEND THE ROCK … GO ‘BOWS !!!!!
Is the official name of the game still the
Sheraton Hawaii Football Bowl?
Who get’s the sponsor’s money for the title?
UH football program?
ESPN?
UH upper campus?
Governor Ige?
Stadium Authority?
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