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<\/a>Lincoln Victor made 42 yards with this bust through the UNLV defensive lines. Photo: Jodie Newell<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n Hawaii\u2019s start was mistake riddled with starting quarterback Chevan Cordeiro throwing a series of interceptions and a pass fumble by Jared Smart that helped the 2-7 UNLV team gain an early 7 point lead. To their credit, the UNLV defense pressured Cordeiro who found it difficult to gain any offensive momentum.<\/p>\n The Rebels defense pressured Hawaii into mistakes early in the game. Photo: Jodie Newell<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n Fortunately for Hawaii, their defense stood up and never let UNLV build on their early lead. Standouts for the Hawaii defense were linebacker Solomon Matautia and defensive back Rojesterman Farris II who both had 5 solo tackles for the game.<\/p>\n UNLV QB Kenyon Oblad sacked! A great example of the solid Warriors defense. Photo: Jodie Newell<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n Running back for the \u2018Bows Miles Reed was solid in the first half via the run option, gaining 36 yards, with an average of 6 yards per carry. He would finish the game with 96 yards.<\/p>\n Miles Reed powers into the UNLV defensive line. Reed was one of Hawaii\u2019s best players. Photo: Jodie Newell<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n With Cordeiro unable to get into any kind of effective rhythm, \u00a0Hawaii head coach Nick Rolovich had seen enough errors and replaced him with Cole McDonald. McDonald\u2019s presence quickly stablished the Hawaii offense and they started to pull themselves back into the game and gradually they were able to overcome the plucky Rebels.<\/p>\n Game changer. Warriors QB Cole McDonald dives for a Hawaii first down. Photo: Jodie Newell<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n In the fourth quarter, McDonald stepped up and salted the game with a superb 2 yard rushing touchdown on 3rd down and 1. Kicker Meskell was able to gain the extra point and Hawaii extended it\u2019s lead 21-7 and that\u2019s were the score remained at full time.<\/p>\n Ryan Meskell about to attempt a 35 yard field goal in the 3rd quarter. It was blocked by UNLV. Photo: Jodie Newell<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n From an Australian perspective, special teamers in Ryan Meskell, Stan Gaudion and Ben Scruton had a mixed day of fortunes. Meskell kicked off well amassing 260 yards, but missed a 3 point attempt in the third quarter when it was blocked by UNLV. Ryan was able to steady and nailed every extra point attempt afterwards. Punter Gaudion was assigned holding duties, whilst Ben Scruton had 2 punts for a total of 86 yards.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>