CFN Rankings

Niall commented earlier that in CFN's latest rankings, Hawaii is ranked 30th in the nation, just behind Bama! Here's how CFN describes their rankings:

There's one very important distinction in the CFN rankings: these are based on how good the teams are and NOT how they're going to finish. Some teams have easier schedules than others, some get tougher road games and some will need a little bit of time to jell meaning they might be better than their final record might indicate.

Sure, it's just one publication, but more and more people are starting to notice that the Warriors are awesome this year! Pretty cool. Thanks Niall! But I noticed that BYU is ranked 27th, and that certainly can't stand. GO WARRIORS!!!

Ka Leo's Glendalyn Junio has a profile of freshman wide receiver Malcolm Lane.

While Lane continues to learn the offense, he has been making contributions on the Warriors’ special teams in the past three games. Lane has amassed 110 yards on three kick returns, averaging 36.7 per game. The other receivers have taken notice of Lane’s progress.

“[Malcolm] is very competitive and hungry,” said sophomore wide receiver Davone Bess. “He’s a smart, bright kid willing to work hard, and this is his opportunity to shine. He’s definitely going to be an impact player for this team; it’s just a matter of him staying humble.”

Lane is used to adapting to his surroundings. While in Germany, Lane played on the 2005 All-Europe All-Star team as both a running back and a cornerback. He rushed for 1,742 yards and 23 touchdowns in his final season. In the Division II championship game, Lane ran for 272 yards and five touchdowns. As a cornerback, he made two interceptions, returning both for touchdowns.

Glad Malcolm is a Warrior! Bright future's ahead for him.

Last Saturday was Fresno State's homecoming game. This Saturday is New Mexico State's homecoming game. Warriors, you know what to do.

And finally, I didn't post a wrap-up of the Ikaika Alama-Francis live chat, which was cool. Stephen Tsai posted an update to the post saying Dennis McKnight will be next week's guest. Right on!