Colt Grads, Jason Ferguson, Stafford, Pros

UPDATE: Chawan has a compilation of last night's news about the UH commencement ceremonies.



Lots of coverage about Colt Brennan graduation - from the AP, the Star-Bulletin, and the Advertiser.

"It feels like it took forever for me to be done," Brennan said. "And for me, to finally accomplish it, it's a great feeling. The best thing is to get a degree from this school. This place is unique. You really feel special coming to the University of Hawai'i, especially this being the school's 100th year."

Jason Kaneshiro profiles Jason Ferguson, who despite a career-ending knee injury, has continued to support and cheer on his teammates this season.

Though the injury effectively ended Ferguson's career, he remained a regular presence around the program and was around to savor UH's run to the Western Athletic Conference title and BCS berth this season.

"As far as being a part of this team, it's amazing. I wouldn't trade it for the world," Ferguson said. "The relationships I have with these guys kept me involved."

He could often be seen prowling the Aloha Stadium sideline this fall -- eye-black and all -- poised to offer encouragement or advice to his teammates.

And here's another article about Georgia QB Matthew Stafford, with yet more emphasis on stats not mattering.

Meanwhile Stafford has only 81 completions in that time frame. Contrast that with Hawaii's Colt Brennan, Stafford's counterpart in the Sugar Bowl. He has 185 completions in the past six games. (In one of those game Brennan attempted and completed only two passes due to injury.) Those are two extremes, but there is little doubt Stafford could do what Brennan has done given that type of offense.

Or in other words, "You guys are great and all, but we could lead the nation in scoring too. We just choose not to." Why, how generous of you!

And finally, congratulations to Reagan Mauia and Samson Satele for being part of the Dolphins first victory of the season! They also played well, according to the Sun-Sentinel:

One other bright spot: Excellent blocking from C Samson Satele and FB Reagan Mauia on Gado's 7-yard TD run up the middle.

And the Advertiser has more Warriors in the Pros news:

Defensive end Ikaika Alama-Francis of Detroit, a Kalaheo High and UH alum, had three tackles and two assists in a 51-14 loss to the Chargers.

Punter Mat McBriar of Dallas, a UH alum, had seven punts for a 50.1 average with a long of 58 in a 10-6 loss to the Eagles.