Nick Rolovich
New Washington State football coach Nick Rolovich, center, is introduced by Washington State Athletic Director Pat Chun, left, and Washington State President Kirk Schulz during a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, in Pullman, Wash. (Pete Caster/Lewiston Tribune via AP)
Rolovich introduced at Wazzu, strikes all the right chords

By Tim Booth Jan. 16, 2020 07:15 PM EST

Hawaii coach Nick Rolovich watches during the first half of the team's Hawaii Bowl NCAA college football game against BYU, Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)
Washington State hires Rolovich as coach, replacing Leach

By Tim Booth Jan. 14, 2020 07:47 PM EST

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, file photo, Hawaii head coach Nick Rolovich walks the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Boise State, in Boise, Idaho. Washington State is close to finalizing an agreement with Rolovich to take over as the Cougars' head football coach, according to two people with knowledge of the situation. (AP Photo/Steve Conner, File)
WSU Prez: Rolovich to be football coach at Washington State

By Tim Booth Jan. 14, 2020 12:54 AM EST

Pirate sets sail leaving Washington St to ponder what's next

By Tim Booth Jan. 09, 2020 07:09 PM EST
When Washington State athletic director Pat Chun got the phone call Thursday morning, it was less surprise and more a feeling of it finally happened. ...

Hawaii quarterback Cole McDonald (13) runs with the football during the first half of the Hawaii Bowl NCAA college football game against BYU, Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)
McDonald leads Hawaii to 38-34 win over BYU in Hawaii Bowl

By Doug Ferguson Dec. 25, 2019 12:31 AM EST

BYU defensive back Austin Lee (2) celebrates his 26-yard interception for a touchdown against Idaho State during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at LaVell Edwards Stadium, in Provo, Utah. (Leah Hogsten/The Salt Lake Tribune via AP)
Rainbow Warriors, BYU are set to play in Hawaii Bowl

By The Associated Press Dec. 08, 2019 09:12 PM EST

Hawaii running back Miles Reed, center, breaks away from the Boise State defense on a 25 yard run during the first half of an NCAA college football game for the Mountain West Championship Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, in Boise, Idaho. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
No. 19 Boise State tops Hawaii 31-10 for Mountain West title

Jason Chatraw Dec. 07, 2019 07:32 PM EST

Hawaii wide receiver Jason-Matthew Sharsh, center, celebrates with teammates after he scored a touchdown against Army during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Marco Garcia)
No. 19 Boise St eyes another MWC title, New Year's Six berth

By Tim Booth Dec. 06, 2019 01:07 PM EST

Hawaii running back Miles Reed (26) runs through the Army defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019 in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Marco Garcia)
McDonald’s 3 TD passes help Hawaii beat Army 52-31

By Kalani Takase Dec. 01, 2019 04:20 AM EST

Army, with new life, visits Hawaii seeking 3rd straight win

By John Kekis Nov. 29, 2019 10:53 AM EST
It’s been almost a month since Army lost its fifth straight game. That narrow defeat to Air Force, however, is far in the rearview mirror. ...

Hawaii quarterback Cole McDonald (13) throws against New Mexico during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Albuquerque, N.M. (AP Photo/Andres Leighton)
McDonald, Reed help Hawaii run over New Mexico 45-31

By Glen Rosales Oct. 26, 2019 08:07 PM EDT

Air Force quarterback Mike Schmidt (16) celebrates scoring a touchdown with his teammate tight end Lesley Dalger (81) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Honolulu. Air Force beat Hawaii 56-26. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)
Schmidt accounts for 4 TDs, Air Force beats Hawaii 56-26

By Kalani Takase Oct. 20, 2019 03:00 AM EDT

Boise State running back Robert Mahone carries against Hawaii during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Boise, Idaho. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
No. 14 Boise State loses Bachmeier, beats Hawaii 59-37

By Jason Chatraw Oct. 13, 2019 02:24 AM EDT

Hawaii wide receiver Cedric Byrd II (6) reacts after scoring a touchdown against Nevada in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Reno, Nev. Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Tom R. Smedes)
Hawaii has chance to make noise facing No. 14 Boise State

By Tim Booth Oct. 11, 2019 02:45 PM EDT

Washington defensive back Myles Bryant celebrates after he intercepted a pass against Hawaii during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Eason throws 3 TDs, No. 23 Washington beats Hawaii 52-20

By Tim Booth Sep. 14, 2019 10:48 PM EDT

Hawaii wide receiver JoJo Ward (9) lifts his teammate wide receiver Jared Smart (23) celebrating his touch down reception during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon State, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)
Hawaii looks for 3rd Pac-12 win facing No. 23 Washington

By Tim Booth Sep. 13, 2019 01:33 PM EDT

Oregon State running back Jermar Jefferson (22) tries to avoid Oklahoma State safety Malcolm Rodriguez (20) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Corvallis, Ore., Friday, Aug. 30, 2019. Oklahoma State won 52-36. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)
Hawaii aims for 2nd straight win over Pac-12 facing Beavers

By Kalani Takase Sep. 06, 2019 05:23 PM EDT

Arizona safety Scottie Young Jr. (6) watches as linebacker Colin Schooler (7) pulls down Hawaii wide receiver Cedric Byrd II (6) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Marco Garcia)
Byrd's 4 TD night leads Hawaii past Arizona 45-38

By Kalani Takase Aug. 25, 2019 02:43 AM EDT

Arizona running back J.J. Taylor (21) runs during an NCAA college football game against Oregon, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona is looking for more consistency after a disappointing first season under coach Kevin Sumlin. The Wildcats return several key players, led by quarterback Khalil Tate and running back J.J. Taylor. Arizona opens its season playing at Hawaii on Aug. 24. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Arizona-Hawaii matchup promises offensive fireworks

By Kalani Takase Aug. 23, 2019 04:57 PM EDT

Hawaii players and coaches celebrate a fumble recovery by Hawaii defensive lineman Kendall Hune (95) in the first half of the Hawaii Bowl NCAA college football game against Louisiana Tech, Saturday, Dec. 22, 2018, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)
Smith leads Louisiana Tech past Hawaii 31-14 in Hawaii Bowl

By Kalani Takase Dec. 23, 2018 02:35 AM EST