GAME NOTES
Honolulu Humahumanukanukaapuaa vs. Brooklyn Drivers
Brooklyn Stadium – Brooklyn, NY.
November 4th, 2018
2018
Honolulu Humahumanukanukaapuaa
| Date | Opponent | Location | Result | TV | Radio |
| 9/9/2018 | Harrisonburg Valley Bees (0-0) | Honolulu | 93.42 –
112.22 (L) |
KITV | KIKI |
| 9/16/18 | Memphis Suns (0-1) | Honolulu | 172.38 –
200.26 (L) |
KITV | KIKI |
| 9/23/2018 | Orlando Octopi (1-1) | Orlando | 119.32 – 104.38 (W) | WESH
|
WDBO |
| 9/30/2018 | St. Louis Archers (0-3) | St. Louis | 87.04 – 83.62 (W) | KDNL | KFNS |
| 10/7/2018 | Boulder Black Bears (0-4) | Honolulu | 92.60 – 160.18 (L) | KITV | KIKI |
| 10/14/2018 | Honolulu Hammerheads (4-1) | Honolulu | 135.00 – 144.74 (L) | KITV | KIKI |
| 10/21/18 | San Diego Jack Rabbits (3-3) | San Diego | 110.36 – 130.78 (L) | KMFB | KLSD |
| 10/28/18 | Omaha Goldenrods (7-0) | Honolulu | 132.82 –
122.96 (W) |
KITV | KIKI |
| 11/04/18 | Brooklyn
Drivers (3-5) |
Brooklyn |
– |
WCBS | WFAN |
OTHER DATES OF NOTE
Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018 | Dole Pineapple Whip Giveaway: Dole Pineapple Company supports its hometown team by giving fans a free cup of “Dole Whip” (as made popular in Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom) upon entering the stadium. Coupons on ticket must be shown to redeem.
Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 | Bruno Mars says Aloha: Grammy winner, Bruno Mars returns to his birth-state to perform in the Humahumanukanukaapuaa halftime show.
Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 | Show us your Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure race tag and you’ll receive a free drink and food voucher for participating in the walk!
Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 | Honolulu Thanksgiving: The Humahumanukanukaappuaa will be sponsoring a canned food drive in for a local food closet. Those who bring a canned food item will be given a coupon book in return for their support.
Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018 | Honolulu Supports Teachers: A Hawaii teacher could win a $100,000 educational grant – and you could help them! Bring us proof that you voted online and receive a free ticket to come back to a home game of your choosing!
Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018 | Fan Appreciation – T-shirt Giveaway: Honolulu fans are encouraged to come out to the Nov. 4 home game! The first 1000 fans to arrive will receive a free Honolulu Humahumanukanukaapuaa T-shirt, sponsored by Hawaii Medical Service Association.
WEEK 8 RECAP
The Honolulu Humahumanukanukaappuaa now hold a record of three wins and five losses after taking down the league’s best team. Honolulu upset the Omaha Goldenrod 132.82 to 122.96 in Week 8 knocking the Goldenrod out of the league’s top spot. Honolulu trailed for the majority of the game before being lead to a furious comeback by running back Todd Gurley and quarterback Josh Rosen. Gurley was yet again the teams largest point getter with 34.5 points, and remains a force to be reckoned with at running back. Rosen shocked the Goldenrod and the league with his 25.25 points, which was more than 100 percent above his projected point total for the week.
The Goldenrod were led by stellar performances by quarterback Andrew Luck, running back Chris Carson, and wide receiver Devante Adams. Each player scored far higher than their projections – scoring 36.36, 21.4, and 19.3 points, respectively. However, the rest of the Goldenrod’s lineup struggled, only managing to score 26.3 points collectively between five players.
This week, Honolulu Humahumanukanukaapuaa takes on the Brooklyn Drivers (3-5), while the Omaha Goldenrod faces the Portland Predators (4-4).
WEEK 8 MATCHUP PREVIEW
Honolulu vs. Brooklyn
The Humahumanukanukaapuaa (3-5) take on the Brooklyn Drivers (3-5) in a Week 9 matchup as Honolulu look to build upon last week’s upset victory.
Quarterback Struggles
Quarterbacks Jameis Winston has lost is the starting job once again to Ryan Fitzpatrick, while Josh Rosen is out due to a bye week. Honolulu will start Nathan Peterman seemingly out of desperation in Week 9.
Gurley’s Gaudy Numbers
Running back Todd Gurley will look to stay on his incredible pace, as he has a takes on a stout Saints defense in a possible playoff matchup preview.
Howard’s Woes
Running back Jordan Howard has had his struggles this season. Howard has failed to score more than fifteen points in four of the Bear’s seven games this season. Can he turn it around against the Buffalo Bills in Week 9, and build upon his solid numbers from last week.
Projections Predict Nailbiter
Projections predict a nailbiter is on this week’s horizon. According to NFL.com, the Drivers project to score 93.16 and the Humahumanukanukaapuaa 89.82.
A Tale of Two Receiving Cores
The Drivers have a stacked wide receiving core including Antonio Brown, Tyreek Hill, and Demaryius Thomas. Honolulu on the other hand will struggle at wide receiver since standout, T.Y. Hilton, is out due to a bye week.
Honolulu Will Dominate at Running Back
Honolulu’s running backs Todd Gurley and Jordan Howard are projected to outscore Brooklyn’s running backs by 21.85 fantasy points this week.
Tight End Could Decide
The tight end position could decide this week’s game between Honolulu and Brooklyn. Honolulu’s tight end Antonio Gates is only projected to score 4.82 points, while Brooklyn’s George Kittle is projected to score 13.69 points.
Curse of the Bye
Honolulu will be missing five players this week due to bye weeks. These players include: T.Y. Hilton, Josh Rosen, Evan Engram, Dede Westbrook, and the Jaguars defense.
WHAT “THEY’RE” SAYING
Honolulu Star-Advertiser – “Honolulu may be able to string together a few wins in a row.”
Stephen A. Smith – “Todd Gurley is a “baaaaaaad” man!”
ESPN – “Honolulu will struggle at quarterback this week.”
Brooklyn Digest – “I see this game being close until the end, but I still think Honolulu will be victorious.”
Hawaii Tribune-Herald – “Honolulu takes down the league’s best!”
ROSTER BREAKDOWN/PLAYER PROJECTIONS
HONOLULU HUMAHUMANUKANUKAAPUAA SEASON NOTES
- Transactions
- Week 9 Add
- 10/31/18 – 12:36AM – Honolulu adds the Kansas City Chiefs Defense off of waivers
- Week 8 Add
- 10/20/18 – 7:13AM – Honolulu adds Brett Maher (K – DAL), formerly a free agent
- Week 6 Add
- 10/07/18 – 8:09AM – Honolulu adds Taylor Gabriel (WR – CHI), formerly a free agent
- 10/07/18 – 7:54AM – Honolulu adds Antonio Gates (TE – LAC), formerly a free agent
- Week 4 Add
- 09/26/18 – 12:48AM – Honolulu claims Mike Williams (WR – LAC) off of waivers
- 09/26/18 – 3:21AM – Honolulu adds Rhett Ellison (TE – NYG) from free agency
- Week 9 Drop
- 10/31/18 – 12:36AM – Honolulu drops Pierre Garcon (WR – SF)
- Week 8 Drop
- 10/20/18 – 7:13AM – Honolulu drops Sebastian Janikowski (K – SEA)
- Week 6 Drop
- 10/07/18 – 8:09AM – Honolulu drops Ryan Fitzpatrick (QB – TB)
- 10/07/18 – 7:54AM – Honolulu drops Rhett Ellison (TE – NYG)
- Week 4 Drop
- 09/25/18 – 10:00AM – Honolulu drops Doug Martin (RB – OAK) and Sam Bradford (QB – ARI)
- Injury Report
- N/A
- Other Notable Player News
- Jameis Winston (QB – TB) has once again lost his starting job after his four interception performance in Week 8. Ryan Fitzpatrick has been named Tampa’s starting quarterback for Week 9.
- Week 9 Add
HOOPLA IN HONOLULU
- Impactful: Childhood obesity in Hawaii is on the rise. The obesity rate now ranks 33rd in the nation. The obesity rates in Hawaiian high schools is 14.2%, which is highest in the nation. Nationally, 16% of youth are considered obese. The rates are highest among boys and minorities. Mississippi ranks number one.
- Proximity: Honolulu City Council members are fighting to move from Honolulu Hale to a nicer, high-end downtown office building. According to Council Chairman Ernie Martin said numerous employees have reported illnesses. Other council members back Martin by saying the move is necessary to avoid health risks from lead, mold, and asbestos. There have been discussions of turning Honolulu Hale into a museum.
- Conflict: After a briefing from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center, Hawaii is preparing for the worst as Hurricane Lane approaches. The locals are no strangers to the high surf and damaging winds that hurricanes bring. The people of Hawaii have been prompted to secure their 14-day hurricane kits, and prepare for the dangers and impact of Hurricane Lane.