Hawaii Pulls Off Dramatic Comeback to Defeat California 35-31 in Hawaii Bowl
On December 24, 2025, Hawaii defeated California 35-31 in the Hawaii Bowl held at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex, completing a 9-4 season while Cal finished 7-6.
Hawaii staged a remarkable comeback after trailing by 21 points, scoring 22 points in the fourth quarter.
Backup quarterback Luke Weaver threw a 22-yard touchdown pass to Nick Cenacle with just 10 seconds remaining, following a hard hit on starting QB Micah Alejado on the previous play.
Cal's quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele completed 28 of 39 passes for 343 yards, including a touchdown pass to De Jesus and a rushing touchdown. Additionally, Kendrick Raphael and Anthony League each scored rushing touchdowns.
Hawaii's Micah Alejado went 32-for-46 passing for 274 yards and three touchdowns, while Pofele Ashlock recorded 14 receptions for 123 yards and two touchdowns.
The game concluded with Hawaii defender Virdel Edwards II recovering a loose ball to secure the victory.
After the final whistle, a fight broke out involving California's QuaRon Adams and Hawaii's Brandon White. The altercation lasted several minutes as Hawaii players and coaches rushed onto the field.
