Aloha Monday

It was the first day of college for more than a dozen Rainbow Warrior freshmen. The bridge session — which includes two three-credit classes — runs through the end of July.

Among the newcomers are (from left) running back Diocemy Saint Juste, safety Trayvon Henderson and cornerback Barry Higdon:

Here are defensive tackle Kennedy Tulimaselii, running back Faga Wily, offensive lineman John Wa‘a, wide receiver Keelan Ewaliko and linebacker Drake Miller:

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It was a coincidence that Leroy Elizares, a UH construction worker, started growing out a beard before he began watching "Duck Dynasty."

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But it is no coincidence that today is Beard Monday. Here are the candidates:

Offensive tackle Leo Koloamatangi:

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Quarterback Jeremy Higgins:

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Defensive tackle Mike Andrade:

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Quarterback Ikaika Woolsey:

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Center Ben Clarke: