OFFENSIVE LINEMEN
John Wa’a, Kahuku, 6-3, 281 — Versatile in Kahuku’s mix of power, stretch and toss sweep plays. A quiet, effective leader. Committed early to UH and never wavered.
Charles Sataraka, Farrington, 6-3, 334 — Relished pure power blocking. He has an offer from Division II St. Francis (Pa.), but may attend Arizona Western JC. UH has shown interest.
Reeve Koehler, Saint Louis, 6-3, 321 — Highly acclaimed offensive lineman has been receiving attention since eighth grade, when the University of Hawaii offered him a scholarship.
Michael Boyd, Farrington, 6-2, 290 — Thrived on straight-ahead power blocking in Farrington’s smashmouth scheme. He will play at St. Francis (Pa.) with twin brother Mitchell.
Joey Anglemire, Mililani, 6-3, 276 — Was a key part of Mililani’s decision to commit to an offense that was all about passing.
QUARTERBACKS
Jarin Morikawa, Mililani, 6-0, 170 — No slinger attempted more passes than Morikawa, who completed 57 percent (305-for-532) for 3,583 yards and 36 touchdowns with just 13 interceptions.
Reece Foy, ‘Iolani, 5-11, 175 — Guided the Raiders to consecutive D-II state titles. His scrambling ability was unmatched, but his discipline — 35 TD passes, just seven picks in 312 attempts — was refined.
Makoa Camanse-Stevens, Kamehameha, 6-4, 185 — Extremely efficient and disciplined as a passer, his speed makes him a sleeper at the next level. His size, frame and speed are reminiscent of former Saint Louis QB Marcus Mariota.
RUNNING BACKS
Aofaga Wily, Kahuku, 5-10, 212 — The Star-Advertiser All-State offensive player of the year rushed for 1,744 yards and 27 touchdowns for the state champion Red Raiders. Has power, finesse and excellent hands, but is also being looked at as a linebacker, his position as a JV player.
Abraham Silva, Farrington, 5-10, 212 — A north-south gasher with breakaway speed, Silva rushed for 1,633 yards and 17 touchdowns, including a 223-yard performance vs. Waianae.
Tyler Taumua, Farrington, 5-11, 199 — The two-time all-state running back finished with 1,447 yards and 19 touchdowns after a slow start due to injury (shoulder). Has interest from Hawaii and Washington.
Ryan Tuiasoa, Punahou, 5-11, 214 — Productive as a rusher and pass-catcher. Just one season removed from playing linebacker, he rushed for 918 yards and 16 touchdowns, and caught 16 passes for 327 yards and four more scores.
RECEIVERS
Jeremy Tabuyo, Saint Louis, 5-11, 180 — An ACL tear during his junior season did nothing to curtail the sticky-fingered Crusader, who rehabbed almost miraculously to post a 4.37 40-yard dash time in the PIAA combine just six months later. He racked up 50 catches for 777 yards and 11 touchdowns as a senior.
Tanner Nishioka, ‘Iolani, 6-0, 175 — Despite constant attention from defenses, he had 65 receptions for 844 yards and 14 touchdowns. He plans to play baseball in college.
Athlete Keelan Ewaliko, Baldwin, 6-0, 175 — An early-season rib injury curbed his statistical contributions, but he is among the most promising of the versatile seniors in this class. Ewaliko’s speed and escapability were spectacular as a quarterback. At the next level, he could — and probably will, per UH coach Norm Chow — play multiple positions on offense, defense and special teams.
DEFENSIVE LINEMEN
Kennedy Tulimasealii, Waianae, 6-1, 286 — Tremendous explosion, a pocket wrecker even against double-team blocks. He finished a close second in the voting for all-state defensive player of the year. UH has kept tabs on Tulimasealii, but now that he’s on the verge of academic qualification, other schools are jumping on the bandwagon.
Scott Pagano, Moanalua, 6-3, 280 — A late bloomer, he lost count of scholarship offers after 50-plus. His performances in mainland summer camps last year opened a lot of eyes.
Dakota Turner, Mililani, 6-3, 255 — As good as he was in the middle of the Trojans’ defense, he was astoundingly impressive as a red zone tight end. Great hands, nose for the ball and playmaking ability.
Jeremiah Taleni, Kailua, 6-0, 327 — A lot of coaches and fans found Taleni’s ability and performance remarkable. Then they would note that his lack of height would scare away college recruiters. Apparently, Pitt likes Taleni just fine.
Toiva Tufaga, Kahuku, 6-0, 246 — A rock-solid piece in the state’s premier defensive unit.
David Fangupo, Kealakehe, 6-2, 348 — Played more running back than nose tackle as a senior, but BYU is interested in him at NT. Freakishly athletic, he had a number of long runs out of the backfield. Coach Sam Papalii says Fangupo could, if he became dedicated to training, play fullback in the NFL someday.
Kamalei Correa, Saint Louis, 6-3, 245 — Has always had amazing pursuit with a nonstop motor. His agility isn’t surprising; he played basketball until this season.
Titus Failauga, Pac-Five, 6-4, 245 — One of the cornerstones of the Wolfpack defense, he works on the edge and is quick enough to play in space. He’s another former basketball player who turned his complete focus to football as a senior.
Ualesi Sale, Aiea, 6-3, 225 — Opposing coaches raved about Sale’s playmaking ability.
LINEBACKERS
Isaac Savaiinaea, Punahou, 6-3, 231 — The first thought of some recruiters is to compare him to that other Punahou linebacker legend, Manti Te’o, but Savaiinaea’s agility and strength give him an identity of his own.
Johnny Tapusoa, Kahuku, 5-10, 194 — He wasn’t naturally the biggest of linebackers, but he packed a punch and had a motor that was surpassed by no other ‘backer.
Rashaan Falemalu, Kahuku, 6-1, 192 — His rangy play, good closing speed and excellent anticipation made him perfect to play outside ‘backer for Kahuku’s lockdown unit.
Manase Hungalu, Kealakehe, 6-2, 220 — The powerful stopper led the BIIF’s top defense. He can also play defensive end and has a scholarship offer from Oregon State.
Colton Goeas, Saint Louis, 6-3, 235 — In a defense looking for help on the line and at linebacker, Goeas split time at both. That meant he had to sacrifice some of his strengths — primarily at linebacker — for the team’s good.
DEFENSIVE BACKS
Jayven Mohetau, Kahuku, 5-11, 174 — The multi-sport standout (track, soccer) improved rapidly in his first season as a full-time starter at cornerback.
Lasselle Thompson, Kahuku, 6-1, 162 — Height and length project well at the next level. He is a speedster who could do so many key things for Kahuku’s dominant and versatile secondary.
Kawehena Johnson, Kahuku, 5-8, 163 — The all-state defensive player of the year was valuable to the Red Raiders, and his versatility didn’t hinder his production as a defensive back, kick returner, receiver and occasional option quarterback.
Devailo Motuga-Galeai, Kahuku, 5-10, 181 — Extremely physical, essentially a linebacker in a safety’s body. Good speed, too; he played running back early in his career.
