Hawaii’s freshman quarterback, Micah Alejado, made a record-breaking debut in the Rainbow Warriors’ 38-30 victory over New Mexico in the 2024 season finale. Alejado, stepping in for an injured Brayden Schager, threw for 469 yards, five touchdowns, and no interceptions. His performance set multiple records for a freshman in FBS history. The team, led by coach Timmy Chang, ended the season with a 5-7 record, showing significant improvement.
Alejado’s strong performance led the offense to 586 yards, the most in the Chang era. Ten different receivers caught passes, with senior Tamatoa Mokiao-Atimalala and Spencer Curtis standing out. The victory marked the team’s seventh straight senior night win and 12th in the last 13 years, sending off 23 outgoing players on a high note.
Coach Chang, a former UH quarterback, matched his win total from the previous season, setting the stage for an exciting 2025 season. The game saw emotional senior night ceremonies, including coach Dan Morrison’s retirement and athletic director Craig Angelos’ second-to-last day on the job. Micah Alejado’s impressive performance and the team’s overall success in the season finale signal a bright future for the Rainbow Warriors.
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