Hawaii head football coach Timmy Chang told the media this week that the Warriors contest against New Mexico State was a “must-win.” No coach speak, this was Hawaii’s last home game for the next three weeks and it came against even competition. It was time to win.
As the Manoa Mist descended onto the seemingly sparse crowd at Clarence T.C. Ching Complex at halftime, with Hawaii down 17-3, one could argue this was rock bottom. No offense to New Mexico State, but this series used to be thoroughly dominated by the Warriors, and yet here they are down double digits at home at the break.