Warrior Quotes from the Herald Journal

HJ = Herald Journal (Logan, UT)

About the upcoming season and their fans, Mack said:
“There is no doubt we are facing some challenges. But I’m really excited to be at Hawaii. We have the greatest fans.” (HJ)

About how their team will rely on their D this season, Sol Elimimian said:
“We have more guys back on defense than offense, so we understand what we have to do ... It’s always been about the offense at Hawaii. They will be under some pressure this year, that is where the defense must come in and help.” (HJ)

About their D, Mack said:
“I am really excited about our defense. We have two 300-plus (pound) mothers in the middle who also have speed. Speed is really important.” (HJ)

Praising Sol and Adam, Mack said:
“Leonard has been unbelievable. I’ve coached a lot of guys, but with the way he can drop back and cover the pass, he is better than any linebacker. ... Then there is Solomon, who can flat out run from sideline to sideline. Those two are excellent together.” (HJ)

About how he believes in the run-and-shoot, Mack said:
“I’ve been fortunate to be with some of the best coaches during my career ... I really believe the run-and-shoot scheme is as good as there is in football. It seems like everybody uses a part of it.” (HJ)

HJ Note: "When asked about the possibility of running more, since three starters return along the line, as do a trio of ball carriers with experience. McMackin pointed to how well the Warriors moved the ball on the ground two years ago."

About how they will run the ball, just as how UH was able to run in 2006, Mack said:
“We are going to mix it up ... We are going to throw the football to set up the run. I really believe this team will get better as the season goes on. We just need to continue to get better.” (HJ)

Looking forward to the Florida game, Sol said:
“I think about that game every day. We are going to have to be at our best.” (HJ)