University of Hawai'i at Manoa Athletics

Former Warrior quarterback Inoke Funaki enters his second season as a graduate assistant. Funaki completed his eligibility in 2009 after earning his bachelor’s degree in psychology in December 2008. He is currently pursuing his master’s degree in public administration.

As a four-year letterman from 2006-09, the Kahuku High School graduate was a backup during his first two seasons before earning the starting nod in six games during the 2008 season. That year, he passed for 1,184 yards and seven touchdowns while completing 57.8 percent of his passes. He was also the team’s third-leading rusher with 215 yards and one score. On Oct. 4, he led the Warriors to the school’s first-ever road win over a ranked squad in a 32-29 overtime win at No. 21 Fresno State.

As a senior, Funaki switched to running back and was a key member of the special teams unit.

During his illustrious high school career at Kahuku, Funaki led the Red Raiders to consecutive Division I state championships in 2001 and ’02. He was selected as the state Offensive Player of the Year and first team all-state as a senior after passing for 2,446 yards and 29 touchdowns, and rushing for 540 yards and eight scores.