The Warrior Beat - Keenan Jones; chats

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

Rocky, thanks for stopping by and chatting over brunch!

Back in the day, you and Malo Taumua were the pillars on Aiea's d-line. Do you still keep in touch with him?

03/24/08 @ 10:24

Comment from: Bowzo's Rule [Visitor]

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03/24/08 @ 10:27

Comment from: lab rat [Visitor]

Hi Rocky. What do you think you need to improve upon to become a starter?

03/24/08 @ 10:27

Comment from: Stretch [Visitor]

Howzit Rocky - Thanks for joining us this morning.

It appears that you are one of the most succesful recruiters for this football program. What is your secret?? Is there a "contest" between players who can bring in the most guys??

03/24/08 @ 10:30

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Talofa

03/24/08 @ 10:32

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

Do d-lineman keep track of how many o-linemen they "pancake"?

03/24/08 @ 10:33

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]
Rocky, thanks for stopping by and chatting over brunch!
Back in the day, you and Malo Taumua were the pillars on Aiea's d-line. Do you still keep in touch with him?

Yeah, he's a brother to me. We keep in touch all the time. When he has breaks or he's on the islands he's always at my place. We keep in touch on the phone weekly or every other week.

03/24/08 @ 10:34

Comment from: 2left [Visitor]

Hi, Rocky. Who will the biggest beasts on the front 7 next year - the toughest physical matchups UH will present to the opposing Oline?

03/24/08 @ 10:34

Comment from: Mei Ling [Visitor]

Aloha, Rocky,

Mahalo for chatting with us!

When you are hosting a recruit, how much time do you spend with them, and what do you show them?

03/24/08 @ 10:36

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: lab rat [Visitor]

Hi Rocky. What do you think you need to improve upon to become a starter?

This offseason I've been working on my weight and speed. It's another year, so I've gained maturity, so I think that year has helped.

03/24/08 @ 10:36

Comment from: Rich2176 [Visitor]

Wow, homey's eating brunch during the week...

Rocky - other than knowing your name, what is Coach Mac's biggest coaching style difference from Coach Glanville? Do you prefer the 3-4 or 4-3? Good luck this year!

03/24/08 @ 10:36

Comment from: yobro [Visitor]

Would you use power or finesse or swim technique to defeat the best block? Why?

03/24/08 @ 10:36

Comment from: Da Punchbowl Kid [Visitor]

Aloha Rocky,
Thanks for coming by today. My question is this: Have you seen the "Manoa Poi Company" tee shirts with the slogan: "Just bring it, we'll pound it!"? It's a design we dedicated to the defense, because they DO pound! We are considering making an improved MPC design for next year. One of the posters here, James has been selling them as a fundraiser for the team.

03/24/08 @ 10:37

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

mment from: Stretch [Visitor]
Howzit Rocky - Thanks for joining us this morning.

It appears that you are one of the most succesful recruiters for this football program. What is your secret?? Is there a "contest" between players who can bring in the most guys??

There's no competition between the players but for some of us we just want to show the recruits a good time. I always tell the recruits that Hawaii is a special place if you like the family atmosphere and want to pursue things locally after your playing days are over because people on the islands will always remember you because you played Hawaii football.

03/24/08 @ 10:38

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

Rocky,

I noticed you are very talented behind the "mike", so my question is, Princess Leila or Liz Chun?

03/24/08 @ 10:39

Comment from: Da Punchbowl Kid [Visitor]

Rocky,
The question is, do you like the design and the slogan. Sorry for the long post above.

03/24/08 @ 10:39

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

Do d-lineman keep track of how many o-linemen they "pancake"?

yeah, lol. we watch film on all practices and game tape so we keep a number in our head and brag to people and point it out on tape.

03/24/08 @ 10:40

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]

Hello Rocky,

What a name-Rocky.How did that come about.And out of curiosity what are the names of your brothers and sisters?

03/24/08 @ 10:43

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

This question was from a prior blog...

Comment from: Long Time UH Fan [Visitor]
Aloha Rocky,

Thank you for taking the time to chat with us.
As a defensive lineman you need to know on each play if the scheme is designed to stop the run or stop the pass. Since there are many different schemes used in rushing the quarterback and playing run defense,do the D-linemen often have to "key" on the offensive linemen and react to what scheme they are employing so that they can quickly decide what is best for them to do?
Mahalo

03/24/08 @ 10:43

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: 2left [Visitor]
Hi, Rocky. Who will the biggest beasts on the front 7 next year - the toughest physical matchups UH will present to the opposing Oline?

That's too hard to answer right now because so many people have worked tremendously hard this offseason that the competition level has been set at another level. So the top 7 will be decided when we step into the Swamp.

03/24/08 @ 10:44

Comment from: James [Visitor] · http://home.hawaii.rr.com/smurashi/tsai-kos/tsaikoware.html

Hey Rocky..

Just a quick one. What will the D-Line's attitude be this season - take no prisoners and aggressively attack or sit back and wait in ambush???

GO WARRIORS!!!

03/24/08 @ 10:45

Comment from: Southbay [Visitor]

You said you're working on your weight and speed. How much do you weigh now and where do you want to be? It seems like the DL is trying to slim down a little for the additional speed.

03/24/08 @ 10:45

Comment from: Southbay [Visitor]

You said you're working on your weight and speed. How much do you weigh now and where do you want to be? It seems like the DL is trying to slim down a little for the additional speed.

03/24/08 @ 10:46

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Hi Rocky, What a HOT name, anyhow how is practice coming along?

03/24/08 @ 10:46

Comment from: FloridaTed [Visitor]

Aloha, Rocky,

Good to have you with us.

What is your take on defense, do we have 22 guys this year who could be starters?

Good luck to you.

03/24/08 @ 10:47

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Rocky, do U have plays set in your mind, always thinking about it?

03/24/08 @ 10:48

Comment from: Stretch [Visitor]

Rocky - Have you noticed a difference in attitude among the players in preparation for next season after playing in the Sugar Bowl??

03/24/08 @ 10:48

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Mei Ling [Visitor]
Aloha, Rocky,

Mahalo for chatting with us!

When you are hosting a recruit, how much time do you spend with them, and what do you show them?

I spend a weekend with them, mostly lunch and dinners along with the coaches but I mainly explain that Hawaii is not just Waikiki but offers so much beauty that can't be found in any other place.

03/24/08 @ 10:48

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Rocky, yeh, good luck and really good to have ya here, what do U think of the new changes in the athlectic system?

03/24/08 @ 10:50

Comment from: wes [Visitor]

Hey Rocky...what are you guys doing differently mentally/physically/routine wise to better prepare for FL?

03/24/08 @ 10:51

Comment from: BigWave96744 [Visitor]

Hey Rock,
How is CJ Tausaga doing?

Also what's the favorite Buffet Restaurant that the DLine Dudes likes to Terrorize?

Looking forward to shooting pictures of you folks this spring and in the summer..
Aloha,
BigWave

03/24/08 @ 10:51

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

What is your hardest obstacle or task to date?

03/24/08 @ 10:51

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Rich2176 [Visitor]
Wow, homey's eating brunch during the week...

Rocky - other than knowing your name, what is Coach Mac's biggest coaching style difference from Coach Glanville? Do you prefer the 3-4 or 4-3? Good luck this year!

The biggest coaching difference that coach Mack cares for his players. He pushes you in a way to always strive for the best. He's not one to get in your face and swear and say stuff to put you down but he has a personality or an aura about himself that makes you play hard for him. A lot of players, including myself, don't want to let him down because we know how important it is to play hard for one another.

03/24/08 @ 10:51

Comment from: WarriorMojo [Visitor]

Hey, Rocky, you are always so friendly and patient with fans after practices. Guys, like you and Keao and Keala, who have all chatted with us recently, represent the program so well. It's an honor to have you as Warriors!

Anyway, I'm just curious as to your personal goals for the 2008 season. Pass rush group or run defense group?

03/24/08 @ 10:51

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

What is your take on the schedule this year?

03/24/08 @ 10:52

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

IMO the defensive (players that are in practice) line looks great this upcoming season, what do YOU think?

03/24/08 @ 10:54

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: yobro [Visitor]
Would you use power or finesse or swim technique to defeat the best block? Why?

It all depends on what the block is. Every block needs to be countered. If they give you an aggressive block you defeat it with speed and finesse. If they give you a laid-back type of block then you go after them with power and be the aggressor. So it depends on what they show. But a d-lineman should always be the aggressor and make the o-lineman figure out how to block you.

03/24/08 @ 10:54

Comment from: Jason [Visitor] · http://www.deep-mirrors.org/jason/tsai/

Aloha Rocky,

Okay, since some of us were talking about this earlier, I've got to ask: How do you pronounce your last name? (The press releases says "sah-VAH-ee-NY-ah.")

03/24/08 @ 10:55

Comment from: Chicken Grease [Visitor]

Rocky -- what do you think of the new uniforms?

03/24/08 @ 10:58

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

Rocky,

I noticed you are very talented behind the "mike", so my question is, Princess Leila or Liz Chun?

How could I not pick the princess? it's choosing between a princess, or a regular person...so how would you decide? Both women are wonderful people, and succesful in their own ways, but the princess would be the number one choice for me.

03/24/08 @ 10:58

Comment from: WreckinEyez [Visitor]

Aloha Rocky,

I always hear recruits say that they "ate a lot"... Where and what are usually their favorite places/things that they end up liking after the whole trip is done?

03/24/08 @ 10:59

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Do you like the new unis?

03/24/08 @ 11:03

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]
Hello Rocky,

What a name-Rocky.How did that come about.And out of curiosity what are the names of your brothers and sisters?

My dad's name is Talai Fili Rocky, my brother's name is Rocky also (Rocklan), my sister's name is Rocki but everyone knows her as Tupu and every one else's names begin with R: Renate, Runya, Roxanne and Roslyn. That's just how my mom and dad planned it.

03/24/08 @ 11:03

Comment from: Stretch [Visitor]

the princess would be the number one choice for me.

Is that because she is next to you and possibly typing out your answers??

03/24/08 @ 11:04

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

What do U do 2 prepare for a game?

03/24/08 @ 11:04

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Did you always love football?

03/24/08 @ 11:05

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Hey Rocky..

Just a quick one. What will the D-Line's attitude be this season - take no prisoners and aggressively attack or sit back and wait in ambush???

Our d-line shows no mercy. O-linemen have an advantage because they know how to block but our dog pound mentality, we cause havoc because of our up-the-field aggressive play and take no prisoners mentality.

03/24/08 @ 11:06

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Cool family names.

Btw. Who is your favorite NFL player?

03/24/08 @ 11:07

Comment from: C. Tuitele [Visitor]

Aloha, Rock!

Great to see you on the blog. Mack vs. Glanville - what are the biggest differences in your opinion? What are your personal goals in regards to football this upcoming year? And will you be participating in more summer camps like the Edu. 1st camp as a counselor? If so...I'll see you there, brother!

Aloha,

C. Tuitele

03/24/08 @ 11:07

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Southbay [Visitor]
You said you're working on your weight and speed. How much do you weigh now and where do you want to be? It seems like the DL is trying to slim down a little for the additional speed.

I'm going into spring at 310 and will play next season at 290. Our defense runs all over the field so being lighter helps us to get there faster, outlast our opponent and always be ready to play without being worried because we're tired.

03/24/08 @ 11:08

Comment from: BG [Visitor]

Aloha Rocky!

Once upon a time, names from the football team would show up on the police blotter and there was a lot of internal friction. You guys and players before you have changed that. (Applause) Is there a conscious effort to take in the mainland guys without local ties and make them comfortable?

BG

03/24/08 @ 11:09

Comment from: Jun Tao [Visitor]

Rocky,

As a player(s), what could you do to help promote the UH brand to get more people out to the games? It seems as if UH has gone away from letting the student-athlete help promote the game that they play. It would be nice to see more of the players out at shopping malls or events to help advertise/promote the game.

What are your thoughts?

Thanks!

03/24/08 @ 11:09

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]
Hi Rocky, What a HOT name, anyhow how is practice coming along?

Thanks for the compliment. We have not started spring practices yet but the offseason running and lifting has been great for the team as a whole.

03/24/08 @ 11:09

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]

Hello Rocky,

High fives for your community support at Kamiloiki Elementary School.I've read where you and some of your teammates went there to read Dr.Seuss with some second graders.For the kids it's something they'll always remember.For you I guess it makes you feel good,too,knowing that you can make a difference in someone's life?

03/24/08 @ 11:10

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: FloridaTed [Visitor]
Aloha, Rocky,

Good to have you with us.

What is your take on defense, do we have 22 guys this year who could be starters?

Good luck to you.

Yeah, at least. This offseason has been great for a lot of people because they work so hard and want to show coach Mack that they can play.

03/24/08 @ 11:10

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Stretch [Visitor]
Rocky - Have you noticed a difference in attitude among the players in preparation for next season after playing in the Sugar Bowl??

Definitely. We know what it takes to be champions so that pushes us to work even harder because we don't want to be seen as just a Cinderella team. We want to do good this year again and be back in a BCS Bowl game to show everyone that Hawaii can play and should be taken seriously.

03/24/08 @ 11:13

Comment from: LizKauai [Visitor]

Rocky- I enjoy your bubbly personality on Princess Leila's videos! No doubt you will have a great post-football career in whatever you choose. Which leads me to ask- what are you studying and what do you see in your career crystal ball?

03/24/08 @ 11:14

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: wes [Visitor]
Hey Rocky...what are you guys doing differently mentally/physically/routine wise to better prepare for FL?

We are fine tuning the small details that will help shape us to become better individuals and a team that plays as one. That's why this offseason has been tremendous for us because everyone worked hard for one another so we can all reach the same goals.

03/24/08 @ 11:15

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: BigWave96744 [Visitor]
Hey Rock,
How is CJ Tausaga doing?

He's doing great. He's an individual that if he had the power he would help every single person out there. He's a great friend to have because he inspires me to do the same.

03/24/08 @ 11:16

Comment from: BigWave96744 [Visitor] · http://s27.photobucket.com/albums/c151/bigwave96744/08POC2.jpg

Hey Rock,
Check out the link above for a shot of you at the Parade of Champions....

03/24/08 @ 11:17

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]

Have to get back to work, thx again Rocky, look forward to the rest of the interview so I can post it on the WSN board. I love all of you folks. Good luck and Amen!

03/24/08 @ 11:17

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: WarriorMojo [Visitor]

Hey, Rocky, you are always so friendly and patient with fans after practices. Guys, like you and Keao and Keala, who have all chatted with us recently, represent the program so well. It's an honor to have you as Warriors!

Anyway, I'm just curious as to your personal goals for the 2008 season. Pass rush group or run defense group?

Our mentality this year is to treat everything like a pass rush. We will be constantly coming up the field and creating a new line of scrimmage. Run block will be played with a transition of our pass rush mentality. I want to be in both groups. I don't want to just be a player that's one sided. I want to be an all-around player.

03/24/08 @ 11:19

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]
What is your take on the schedule this year?

I love our schedule this year. It gives us a chance to show what we have and measure ourselves against the top caliber teams.

03/24/08 @ 11:20

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]
IMO the defensive (players that are in practice) line looks great this upcoming season, what do YOU think?

Our defensive line looks great. We lost key seniors from last season but us veterans and newcomers are all ready to step up to the plate. Everything starts in the trenches so the Dog Pound will be ready.

03/24/08 @ 11:22

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Jason [Visitor] · http://www.deep-mirrors.org/jason/tsai/
Aloha Rocky,

Okay, since some of us were talking about this earlier, I've got to ask: How do you pronounce your last name? (The press releases says "sah-VAH-ee-NY-ah.")

That's perfect. Sometimes it's easier read than said though. Haha

03/24/08 @ 11:23

Comment from: FloridaTed [Visitor]

Rocky,

Thanks for answering my question, exactly what I was looking for. All the Tsaikos are foaming at the mouth already for this season.

The Gators are talking about how they want to run up the score on you guys. Make sure you let coach and your gang know about that.

Beat them Gators, PLEASE !!!

03/24/08 @ 11:24

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Chicken Grease [Visitor]

Rocky -- what do you think of the new uniforms?

I think our new uniforms look great. I love that the green has been brought back because it's true. Hawaii offers so much greenery that it should be represented in our uniforms. But I really wish they brought back the old-school white, rainbow striped pants and the old school jerseys like during Jesse Sapolu's time just for one game.

03/24/08 @ 11:25

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: WreckinEyez [Visitor]
Aloha Rocky,

I always hear recruits say that they "ate a lot"... Where and what are usually their favorite places/things that they end up liking after the whole trip is done?

They eat anything and everything. These guys pretty much eat their entire weekend. Plate lunch, fancy dinners, burger stops, anything. You name it, they eat it.

03/24/08 @ 11:28

Comment from: Kekoa [Visitor]

Rocky - Just curious about who the team leader is on defense. Is he the person who sets the D for each play that is sisgnaled in? Will that be Adam?

03/24/08 @ 11:31

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Comment from: Stretch [Visitor]
the princess would be the number one choice for me.
Is that because she is next to you and possibly typing out your answers??

No, i guess it because I have seen Leila around more and had an oppurtunity to speak to her after practices and stuff. Both ladies are great people, but how can you not pick a princess....everyone does wish that they could live a fairy tale sometime.

03/24/08 @ 11:32

Comment from: Chicken Grease [Visitor]

Hahah, well . . . I guess the only time I'd favor a return to the old uniforms is for a retro' night. Thanks for answering, Rocky!

How are you spending your Spring Break?

03/24/08 @ 11:32

Comment from: Stretch [Visitor]

Rocky - you one smart guy. If you said otherwise, no more blog video's for you!!

03/24/08 @ 11:33

Comment from: wes [Visitor]

thank you Rocky... Outstanding answer re. " playing as one" and "becoming better individuals"! Coach Mack mentioned in almost a soft confidence & from the heart conviction that we are going to FL to win. I believe him and in you/your teammates.

03/24/08 @ 11:34

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]
Did you always love football?

Yeah, but I couldn't play football until my freshman year at Aiea High School because I was too big for Pop Warner and could never make the weight limit. My first true love was soccer because that was the first organized sport I played and I also played basketball.

03/24/08 @ 11:35

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: wildwahine [Visitor]
Cool family names.

Btw. Who is your favorite NFL player?

Troy Polamalu. I know he doesn't play my position but he presents himself so well. He plays with great passion and conducts himself with great pride also. For me, he is someone I idolize because he is Samoan and represents the culture in a great manner.

03/24/08 @ 11:37

Comment from: homey ® [Visitor]

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

My first true love was soccer..

I see you are picking up more Princess brownie points. lol

03/24/08 @ 11:39

Comment from: Bigislandkurt [Visitor]

rock,
Can you tell us what you know about the progress of folks like Elliott Purcell, Chris Leatigaga, Alasi Toilolo and Tua Mahaley?

BIK

03/24/08 @ 11:41

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Is there a conscious effort to take in the mainland guys without local ties and make them comfortable?

We explain to the Mainland guys what Hawaii is about, the culture, so they can understand why things are the way they are. A lot of the local guys take care of the Mainland guys and the transition becomes easy. Once you become a Warrior, you have a family of Warriors that take care of you.

03/24/08 @ 11:44

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Jun Tao [Visitor]
Rocky,

As a player(s), what could you do to help promote the UH brand to get more people out to the games? It seems as if UH has gone away from letting the student-athlete help promote the game that they play. It would be nice to see more of the players out at shopping malls or events to help advertise/promote the game.

What are your thoughts?

I'm one for always being out there. Since Hawaii doesn't have a pro team our football team is considered the professional team of Polynesia. I feel by getting us out there, it not only promotes the team but lets the community get to know us better and by that I think more people would come to see us play and support us.

03/24/08 @ 11:46

Comment from: WreckinEyez [Visitor]

Rocky,

Do the D-line men also talk to each other in Samoan in the trenches so the other team can’t understand?

03/24/08 @ 11:47

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]
Hello Rocky,

High fives for your community support at Kamiloiki Elementary School.I've read where you and some of your teammates went there to read Dr.Seuss with some second graders.For the kids it's something they'll always remember.For you I guess it makes you feel good,too,knowing that you can make a difference in someone's life?

All the time. Any time anyone asks to do something for kids, I'll never turn it down. The greatest feeling is knowing that you've helped a young one out. Taking a little out of your time is nothing compared to what you can do for them.

03/24/08 @ 11:49

Comment from: 808bk [Visitor]

Rocky,
Thanks for taking the time to work with the kids at the speed and quickness clinics (I took the kids to 7 or 8and I believe you were at all of them). You're a great role model and the kids really look up to you. Keep up the great work.

03/24/08 @ 11:51

Comment from: A-House [Visitor]

Mr Rocky:

With a new Coach and Athletic Director, what are the players feeling about this?

03/24/08 @ 11:53

Comment from: wes [Visitor]

Jun Tao...I'm wondering, we became extra cautious ever since the Cutter Ford Commercial with our bball team???

03/24/08 @ 11:55

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: LizKauai [Visitor]

Rocky- I enjoy your bubbly personality on Princess Leila's videos! No doubt you will have a great post-football career in whatever you choose. Which leads me to ask- what are you studying and what do you see in your career crystal ball?

I love to talk, and work with people in general, so whatever opportunities in the future that come up that allows me to do that, I'm all for it. I'm majoring in Travel Industry Management but will be switching into Family Resource Management next semester. I want to try different things, but a high school counselor will be something to fall back on in the future. I had a counselor named Rodney Cavaco at Aiea High School who put timeless effort to get me here. He touched my life in a way that I want to repay him by doing it for others. That's why me working with kids is a big thing because I know how much it can do for them because it's been done for me.

03/24/08 @ 11:57

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]

Hello Rocky

Re-Team rules.In our day we didn't really have any,and consequently we would have wild parties and so forth.At UH are there rules saying you can't smoke or drink.Or not go to class.In other words are the coaches constantly keeping tabs on you.

03/24/08 @ 11:58

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Kekoa [Visitor]
Rocky - Just curious about who the team leader is on defense. Is he the person who sets the D for each play that is sisgnaled in? Will that be Adam?

Not necessarily. Because Mike Lafaele was our team leader last year but he never received the signals. Usually our middle linebacker will receive the calls from the sideline and make the call in the huddle.

03/24/08 @ 11:59

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Chicken Grease [Visitor]

Hahah, well . . . I guess the only time I'd favor a return to the old uniforms is for a retro' night. Thanks for answering, Rocky!

How are you spending your Spring Break?

Right here at the University of Hawaii. LOL.
The only change for spring break is that there's no school. But it becomes a bigger commitment to the program because we have to come and lift and run on our own. Especially because Spring camp starts Monday. Nobody wants to take this week off and waste all the hard effort for the last 12 weeks of training.

03/24/08 @ 12:02

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: Bigislandkurt [Visitor]
rock,
Can you tell us what you know about the progress of folks like Elliott Purcell, Chris Leatigaga, Alasi Toilolo and Tua Mahaley?

These guys have worked very hard. I know that their hard work will pay off for them.

03/24/08 @ 12:04

Comment from: Hiflyer [Visitor]

Rocky, Now that you mentioned that you are spending spring break training on your own, is there anyone else that you are training with as a group?

03/24/08 @ 12:05

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: WreckinEyez [Visitor]
Rocky,

Do the D-line men also talk to each other in Samoan in the trenches so the other team can’t understand?

Somewhat. Not really.

03/24/08 @ 12:05

Comment from: wes [Visitor]

Hey Ricky, Your 40 time in typing is right up there with the best of them:-)!!!

03/24/08 @ 12:06

Comment from: Chicken Grease [Visitor]

I don't mean for you to write too much, but, how would YOU design a UH Warrior-based Under Armour TV ad in order to express what the Warriors are about?

This is my last question, Rocky. Faamanu!

03/24/08 @ 12:06

Comment from: Long Time UH Fan [Visitor]

Comment from: Long Time UH Fan [Visitor]
Aloha Rocky,

Thank you for taking the time to chat with us.
As a defensive lineman you need to know on each play if the scheme is designed to stop the run or stop the pass. Since there are many different schemes used in rushing the quarterback and playing run defense,do the D-linemen often have to "key" on the offensive linemen and react to what scheme they are employing so that they can quickly decide what is best for them to do?
Mahalo

03/24/08 @ 09:33

03/24/08 @ 12:07

Comment from: Rocky Savaiigaea [Member]

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]
Hello Rocky

Re-Team rules.In our day we didn't really have any,and consequently we would have wild parties and so forth.At UH are there rules saying you can't smoke or drink.Or not go to class.In other words are the coaches constantly keeping tabs on you.

We always have to answer to our coaches. We are student-athletes, and students before athletes, so education is a top priority.

03/24/08 @ 12:08

Comment from: ralvic [Visitor]

Hello Rocky,

Re-To incoming recruits do you guys tell them and remind them to keep out of trouble and mischief in their last year of HS?

03/24/08 @ 12:08

Comment from: joju [Visitor]

how do you think Brashton will do this year, will he break into the starting rotation.

03/24/08 @ 12:08

Comment from: Long Time UH Fan [Visitor]

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