Brennan drafted in 6th Round
April 27, 2008
By ISM
Former Hawai’i Warrior quarterback Colt Brennan was drafted today in the 6th round of the NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins. Brennan was the 20th pick of the 6th round, 186 overall.
Dizon First Player Drafted with Hawai’i Ties
April 27, 2008
By ISM Staff
Colorado Linebacker Jordan Dizon who attended Waimea High School on Kauai was the first player with Hawai’i ties to be drafted in this year’s NFL draft. Dizon was the 14th picked of the second round by the Detroit Lions. Dizon played all four years for Waimea High School, Read more
Respect Productions
April 26, 2008
By Steve Kajihiro
Just wanted to say to good job to the crew at Respect Productions for the awesome concert they put on last night at Aloha Jam: Lake Street Bar and Read more
Just the other day… DEFENSE…DEFENSE…DEFENSE!!!
April 26, 2008
By Dave K.
Just the other day… My son and I were telling each other that we can’t wait for the start of the Warrior football season and hear the crowd chanting: Defense…Defense…Defense!!!
After attending a few of the spring practices, I believe we will be hearing a lot from the defense this year. Warrior fans will soon be reminiscing about the good ‘ole days, whether it was during the Levi Stanley, Al Noga, Maa Tanuvasa, or Larry Cole eras, this year’s defense appears to be just as good. Get ready for some old school Hawaii football! I guess by now you can tell I like defense. Wide open offense is okay, but to me, good aggressive defense makes the game even more exciting. People think offense draws the crowds but I think it’s the hard hitting defense that people want to see. Well now, we may have both!
In particular, keep an eye out for the play of the defensive line as they have been dominating during spring training. Lead by first year coaches Dave Aranda (defensive line) and Ikaika Malloe (defensive tackles) and players Keala Watson (#93), Fale Laeli (#96), Rocky Savaiigaea (#92), and Joshua Leonard (#99) the D-line is something to watch!
During both scrimmages so far, the D-line have been outstanding. So much so that at this past Saturday’s scrimmage, Coach McMackin went over to the referees and told them, “you better blow the whistle before somebody gets killed.” I was standing on the sidelines behind the referees when Coach McMackin said that to protect the quarterbacks. Even though the quarterbacks were wearing orange jerseys and was not supposed to be touched, the defensive line’s push was so strong that the offensive linemen were backing into the quarterbacks and tripping them up and disrupting the play. The only offensive play that worked a few times was the shovel pass, and that was only after Coach McMackin ordered the second team defense to go in so the offense could do something. This doesn’t mean the offense isn’t good, I think the defense is that great!
Although the defense is in control on the field, after practices it is the offense that gets all of the attention. The kids immediately make a beeline for Kealoha Pilares (#21) a running back and graduate of Damien Memorial High School, and Inoke Funaki (#11) a quarterback and graduate of Kahuku High School. They are both really great with the kids as they have the charisma and patience that the kids love. However, defensive players, don’t worry because come game time I know you will get your “props” when you hear the crowd stomping their feet and chanting: Defense…Defense…Defense!!! That gives me chicken skin!
Spring practice ends this week with the “Warrior Bowl,” a full contact scrimmage that will be held during the Football ‘Ohana Festival on Saturday, April 26th at Aloha Stadium. There are four more months until the start of the season on August 30th against Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow and the Florida Gators, so go out there and support your team and get your fill of football to hold you over until then. Defense…Defense…Defense!!!
Until next time, take care!
Colt Brennan Interview
April 25, 2008
By ISM Staff
Check out Colt Brennan’s interview with NFL.com. Here’s the link for your convenience. Click Here to View Video on NFL.com.
Aloha Jam – April 25, 2008
April 24, 2008
Aloha Jam: Presented by Respect Productions
April 25, 2008 (Friday)
Lake Street Bar and Grill in Kirkland, WA. (15 Lake Street) Read more
Any Kind Stuff…Hawaii, Las Vegas, Pure Aloha
April 22, 2008
By Steve Kajihiro
Most people think of Las Vegas as a gambling town with lots of flashing lights and good food. But, Las Vegas, NV. is also home to relocated Hawai’i residents and Pacific Islanders. Read more
Tadd Fujikawa Wins!
April 21, 2008
By Dave K.
Tadd Fujikawa wins the 50th Annual Mid-Pacific Open yesterday at Mid-Pacific Country Club in Lanikai, Oahu. At 17 years old, Tadd became the youngest tournament champion by four years. He ran away with it and won by seven shots Read more
Friday Night at Pure Aloha
April 19, 2008
By Steve Kajihiro
Pure Aloha!! It was simply that on Friday night, April 18, 2008 at the Cannery Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Read more
Pure Aloha this weekend!!
April 18, 2008
By ISM Staff
Pure Aloha this weekend. If you are in Las Vegas and looking for something to do this weekend. Read more
