Warrior Beat

Head coach Greg McMackin said it is “very probable” defensive end Fetaiagogo “John” Fonoti will play in Friday’s opener against Central Arkansas. It was feared Fonoti suffered a serious injury to his left knee when he was carted off the practice field this morning. But after extensive medical tests, it was ruled he suffered a bruise. * * * * * McMackin officially named Brent Rausch as the No. 2 quarterback. * * * * * Mr. and Mrs. A-House […]

Center John Estes has been named to the CBSSports.com 2009 Preseason All-America second team: http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/story/12125704 * * * * * In UH time, today is Tuesday, which means it appears Lametrius Davis will be the starting left cornerback for Friday’s opener against Central Arkansas. Tank Hopkins was held out of another practice, and Lewis Walker, who has played well recently, also did not practice. Davis gives the Warriors a physical bump-and-run corner they’ve lacked the past few years. At Butte […]

Game week started with this morning’s practice on Cooke/Ching Field. Several notes: • It appears that Brent Rausch has nudged ahead of Bryant Moniz in the competition for the No. 2 quarterback’s job. Rausch took most of the snaps. “You have to report what  you see,” head coach Greg McMackin said. • Defensive right end Fetaiagogo Fonoti did not practice because of a variety of ailments. But he said he will resume practicing this week and he promised to be […]

The coaches and players were given today as an off day as they head into the final stretch before Friday’s season opener against Central Arkansas. But many of the coaches still plan to be busy, setting the practice schedule, evaluating videos and finalizing the game plan. They also will tinker with the depth chart; while several positions are “bracketed,” you can only play one at a time. * * * * * Interesting note from Pat Bigold: NUNS’ TAILGATE PARTY, […]

The following donated money to Na Koa for a new bike for the football team. Their names will be entered in a drawing for two field passes for the UH-Utah State football game. The winner will be announced on Tuesday’s Warrior Beat Show. BigHiloFan2 was the organizer. Momo Tom Mui D1 Al BG DPK and Sweety JaM and Brie Kekoa Liz Kauai Ronnie Sailor Blue and Mrs. Blue UH Fan 808 Wafan Uku@LA 22 Tokyo Slugger Whitey Curveball Cindy Cee […]

The Warriors had their first — and only — dress rehearsal under the Aloha Stadium lights tonight. Middle linebacker Brashton Satele made an emotional appearance after returning from L.A., where he underwent season-ending shoulder surgery. But defensive tackle Chris Leatigaga suffered what appeared to be a severe knee injury. * * * * * Linebacker Cory Daniel has not practiced for more than a week after contracting pneumonia. * * * * * BFFs: * * * * * Hey, […]

• Center John Estes did not practice because of a bruised left shin. He expects to resume practicing Sunday. • Ryan Henry is the No. 1 punt returner, and Jovonte Taylor is working as the No. 1 kickoff returner. • Long-snapper Luke Ingram is unique in that he throws a football left-handed and a baseball right-handed. • Middle linebacker Brashton Satele undergoes shoulder surgery today in Los Angeles. He arrived in L.A. yesterday morning, and met with the surgeon. He’ll […]

Revised depth chart: Offense Left wideout: 1. Rodney Bradley. 2. Joe Avery. 3. Mke Tinoco. 4. Jett Jasper. Left slotback: 1. Greg Salas/Jon Medeiros. 2. Jeremiah Ostrowski. Left tackle: 1. Aaron Kia. 2. Brett Leonard. 3. Clayton Laurel. Left guard: 1. Ray Hisatake. 2. Austin Hansen. 3. Andrew Faaumu. 4. Chauncy Winchester-Makainai. Center: 1. John Estes. 2. Matagisila Lefiti. 3. Bronson Tiwanak. 4. Levi Legay. 5. Kahai Choy. Right guard: 1. Raphael Ieru. 2. Adrian Thomas. 3. Drew Uperesa. 4. […]