Warrior Beat

Because of technical problems, we were not able to do a live airing of today’s Warrior Beat Show. But Tony Tuioti, UH’s director of football personnel (and recruiting coordinator) answered your questions. The taped-delayed version of the show is available on The Advertiser Web site. Apologies for the problems. http://sports.honoluluadvertiser.com/section/thewarriorbeat * * * The Rainbow Wahine softball team has to get up pret-ty early to get ready for today’s trip to the WAC Tournament in Fresno, They gathered at 4:30 […]

If English major Solomon Elimimian gets his wish, he won’t be available to attend his UH graduation ceremony. The Buffalo Bills, for whom Elimian had a tryout this past weekend, are conducting a mini camp during the same time frame as the graduation ceremony. After a successful tryout, Elimimian is seeking a free-agent contract from the Bills. He will complete work on his bachelor’s degree this week. * * * Congrats to Stephanie Ricketts, who today was named the WAC’s […]

According to the Buffalo Bills’ Web site, linebacker Solomon Elimimian did well in his tryout. Elimimian is hoping to land a free-agent contract. Here’s the story: http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/rookie-camp-practice-notes-day-3/2e5d92db-7e29-47d6-8e68-4a71c889cb2e * * * Tough times for offensive lineman Daniel Otineru, who is facing another six months of rehabilitation after suffering torn left biceps. He missed the past two seasons after undergoing surgery for a tear in his right elbow (2007) and for apnea (2008). But he has remained upbeat, and yesterday he served […]

If you get a chance, check out the Rainbow Wahine softball team’s Senior Day. The doubleheader, which begins at 2 p.m., will be shown on K5. It is being billed as “Power in Pink,” and the UH players will wear specially made pink uniform as a way to support breast-cancer survivors. But, no, it does not appear there is an XXL-sized jersey for coach Bob Coolen. * * * Tank Hopkins, a candidate for a starting cornerback job, is unique, […]

Sad news for the A-House household: quarterback Steele Jantz told the UH coaches he is planning to transfer. Jantz, who is in his third semester at UH, was not expected to get much playing time at quarterback. He was told he would not be invited to training camp. Greg Alexander is the starter, and Brent Rausch and Shane Austin are the top backups. Bryant Moniz is on the 105-player roster for training camp. This summer, freshmen Cayman Shutter, Corey Nielsen […]

The Warriors were back on Cooke/Ching field this morning, participating in unsupervised workouts. (Sorry, but my camera battery died, so I can’t upload the photos.) * * * Offensive lineman Clayton Laurel has a fractured right fibula. He will miss six weeks of training. * * * The Warriors won’t announce the 105-player roster for training camp for at least another month. But offensive lineman Steven Ikaika Rodenhurst and running back Kimo Alo have been told they will be invited […]

Erik “E-Rob” Robinson has earned a tryout with the Buffalo Bills. He will participate in the Bills’ rookie camp, starting tomororw. “It’s cool,” Robinson said. “It’s an opportunity. I feel blessed. I’m going to try and make the best of it.” If Robinson does well, he might earn a free-agent contract. Agent Allan Cunanan also represents Jameel Dowlling and C.J. Hawthorne. Last  year, Hawthorne went the similar route, parlaying a tryout into berth on the Bills’ practice squad. * * […]

UH softball players Tanisha Milca and Courtney Baughman are today’s guests on the Warrior Beat Show at noon. They are among seven seniors who will play their final home games this weekend. You may pose questions here or on the show’s comment section. Please join us. * * * Jon Nielsen reports that former UH safety Leonard Peters has secured a tryout with the Minnesota Vikings. Peteres reports Thursday. * * * Big Wave reports that Corey Paclebar has been […]