UPDATE: In a stunning display of skill, Micah Alejado threw three touchdown passes to Jackson Harris in the first half, leading Hawaii to a commanding 38-6 victory over San Diego State on Saturday night. This decisive win strengthens Hawaii’s position in the Mountain West Conference as they improve to 7-3 overall and 4-2 in conference play.
Alejado completed 22 of 34 passes, racking up 256 yards despite one interception. Harris was a standout receiver, amassing 130 yards on seven catches, with touchdown receptions of 9, 34, and 35 yards. The duo’s dynamic performance helped Hawaii establish a significant lead before halftime.
Adding to the excitement, Kansei Matsuzawa capped a lengthy 16-play, 76-yard drive with a 22-yard field goal late in the second quarter, extending Hawaii’s lead to 24-6. Matsuzawa remains perfect this season, having successfully converted all 22 field-goal attempts.
The second half kicked off with fireworks as Cam Barfield returned the opening kickoff a staggering 86 yards for a touchdown. The final blow came when Elijah Palmer intercepted a pass, returning it for a 53-yard pick-6 to seal the game.
For San Diego State, the loss is a setback as they fall to 7-2 and 4-1 in the conference, now tied with Boise State for first place. The Aztecs struggled offensively, converting just 2 of 14 third downs and failing on both fourth-down attempts. Gabriel Plascencia managed to kick field goals of 42 and 43 yards in the first half, but it was not enough to keep pace with Hawaii’s explosive offense.
This victory marks a pivotal moment in Hawaii’s season, with their next challenge looming on the horizon. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Hawaii can maintain their momentum in the weeks to come.
Stay tuned for further updates as the college football landscape continues to evolve!