Hawaii Recruiting, Idaho Law

Ferd Lewis writes about the changing, more competitive recruiting landscape in Hawaii.

UH, which in previous years was curiously reluctant to extend much in the way of early offers, has become aggressive under new head coach Greg McMackin. The Warriors, by Sullivan's count, have made at least 12 early solicitations.

That is an indication of just how competitive things have become in their backyard, where every Bowl Championship Series conference now recruits.

Dave Reardon writes that the differences between Idaho and Hawaii state law may be a factor in this Sugar Bowl problem for UH.

In the hectic days prior to the Sugar Bowl, University of Hawaii officials turned to its rival for advice. Who better? Boise State had just been to a BCS game the previous year and could give UH some pointers on how to handle the venture -- including with whom to fill its charter planes at state expense.

As it turns out, what's good for the Broncos isn't necessarily good for the Warriors. Hawaii and Idaho state laws vary when it comes to what employees are allowed to accept. Spouses and children traveling to bowl games on the public dime may be a no-no here, although not a problem in other states, including Idaho.