Jones, entering his fifth season as the Mustangs' head coach,  said Chang will be working with the offense, of course, where he will be reunited with former UH coaches Dan Morrison and Wes Suan.

Jones said Chang expressed an interest in coaching about a year ago. Chang recently earned a bachelor's degree, a requirement for a GA's job. Jones said Chang will report on Aug. 1, the first day of the Mustangs' training camp.

Jones said the Mustangs run "80 percent" of the offensive schemes that the Warriors used when Chang was the quarterback.  The Mustangs often use a tight end, which supposedly was absent in Jones' four-wide offense at UH. But Jones said running back Reagan Mauia sometimes aligned as a tight end for the Warriors.

Jones also said he and UH head coach Norm Chow are long-time friends who have remained in contact through the years. "He's going to do a good job over there," Jones said.

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Per our request, JD the AD provided us with these great shots (the first is of the home stretch):

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• Happy birthday to the Wildcat of our offense (and a smooth vocal stylist) — D1Shima.

• Also, happy birthday to Peaches.

• And birthday wishes to a proud Warrior father — Bill Stutzmann.

There will be few design changes to the predominantly black jerseys the Warriors wore last season.

Chow said the team also will receive so-called "Wounded Warrior" uniforms that will be used for a military-themed game.

Chow and athletic director Jim Donovan are in Maryland as part of Under Armour's sponsorship meetings.

Chow gave strong reviews to the crab cakes.

Yesterday, Torres signed a one-year contract with the Force, who are 5-4 and tied for first place in the American Conference's South Division.

"I'll be a defensive back," said Torres, who played nickelback, safety and cornerback at UH. "As far as playing anything else, I'm not sure. But they need DBs."

The AFL uses an 8-on-8 format. The Force, like most AFL teams, run a 3-2 defensive alignment, along with two corners and a free safety.

Torres reached a deal just before the signing window was to close. He said he will be on the inactive roster for tomorrow's game against the Milwaukee Mustangs.

The deal gives Torres an opportunity to continue playing football while serving as an audition for scouts from other pro leagues.

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Milwaukee Mustangs?

Anybody else think they should have been nicknamed the Harleys? Or Hogs?

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Head coach Norm Chow and athletic director Jim Donovan are on the Under Armour guest list for Saturday's 137th Preakness Stakes in Baltimore.

Under Armour, which has an apparel deal with the Warriors, is based in Baltimore. It is not known if Under Armour also makes horseshoes.

Chow departed on a red-eye flight last night.

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I'm wandering around Walgreens, and I see these T-shirts on display:

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Let's take a moment to remember the life of the Queen of Disco:

Donna Summer.

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Happy birthday to our pal Gwyn Pang (who, by the way, attended two of our karaoke outings):

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And add another birthday candle for Jason, our resident math genius.

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Happy birthday to one-time tailgate party goer — Dave Austin.

Moala, who is 6 feet 1 and 318 pounds, redshirted as a freshman at Arizona State in 2011. This past January, he was dismissed for what was termed a violation of "team standards." He will play for Mt. San Antonio College in the fall, complete work on an associate's degree next spring and then report to the Warriors.

As a Serra High senior, he was rated as the nation's 97th-best defensive tackle. SuperPrep rated Moala as California's No. 110 overall player.

Moala turned down offers from Miami, Colorado, Colorado State, San Diego State and San Jose State to sign with ASU. After leaving the Sun Devils, he received interest from USC and LSU. But Moala said he wanted to play for UH head coach Norm Chow. They have known each other since Moala's sophomore year at Serra.

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Demar Dorsey, a former 5-star prospect, has contacted UH and  is hoping to become a Warrior, according to his friend, UH cornerback Mike Edwards.

Dorsey had signed with Michigan in 2010, but did not meet the eligibility requirements. He hopes to earn an associate degree this summer.

This is not a done deal.

But if Dorsey were to end up in Manoa this summer, he would have three years to play three seasons.

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Re-adjust your schedule.

The UH-BYU game in Provo has been moved to Friday, Sept. 28. It will be shown on ESPN.

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Chow was part of a UH group that toured Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam yesterday. The Warriors are exploring the possibility of holding part of their training camp on the base.

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Quarterback Keelan Ewaliko, the two-time MIL Offensive Player of the Year, has accepted a scholarship offer from the Warriors. Ewaliko will be part of the 2013 recruiting class.

Ewaliko, who is 5-11 and 175 pounds, led the MIL in rushing and passing yards in 2011.

Last week, he won the 200-meter dash in 22.49 seconds at the state track meet. He also was a member of the Bears' state-champion 400-meter relay team.

What's more, Ewaliko has won two championship belts in bull riding.

Here's his story: Ewaliko video.

Also, after a telephone interview with UH coaches yesterday, defensive end Jordan Pu‘u-Robinson will be joining the Warriors. Last week, Pu‘u-Robinson received a release from his Washington State scholarship. He will have two years to play one season, although he will petition the NCAA for an exemption to play in 2012 without redshirting. Pu‘u-Robinson's appeal is based on special family circumstances that necessitated his move back to Hawaii.

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Happy birthday to our part-time karaoke singer, full-time blog reader — Aya Ibarra.

The NCAA caps training-camp rosters at 105 players. Chow said he would like to have 102 players in camp. He said he will add eight to 10 more players on Aug. 22, the first day of UH's fall semester, when rosters are permitted to expand.

The tentative roster includes wide receiver Pi‘i Minns, who also is a member of the UH basketball team.

The Warriors still have a couple of scholarships available.

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It's always a good thing for a player to have his picture in the bio section. There's a nice picture of former UH defensive tackle Vaughn Meatoga, although on the Bengals' roster his first name is misspelled "Vaughan."

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Former UH offensive lineman Austin Hansen should learn soon whether he will be invited to the Philadelphia Eagles' upcoming OTA. Hansen had a tryout at the Eagles' rookie mini-camp this past weekend.

Welch missed the first half of the 2012 season with a knee injury. He then was part of the rotation at middle. But he did not play in the final four matches because of a sprained ankle.

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It was fitting that the Nagatani Academic Center was the pre-ceremony gathering site for UH's graduating student-athletes yesterday.

It also is fitting that the expansion of the Nagatani Center will be part of a $4.5 million renovation project that will begin next month.

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Forgot to mention that graduate assistant coach Inoke Funaki earned a master's degree in public administration yesterday. Congratulations. Next step: Dr. Funaki?

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Punahou graduate Abe Markowitz is now a USC graduate.

His grandfather and legendary football player and announcer Frank Gifford were USC teammates. Here's Cody Gifford, Frank Gifford, Barry Markowitz, Larry Markowitz and Abe Markowitz:

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Former UH receiver Jett Jasper earned his master's degree in communicology. He will teach at Kauai Community College and work at his family restaurant, JJ Broilers.

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Defensive back Steven Christian is transferring. He's narrowed his choices to Oregon State, Ole Miss and Miami.

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Nick Castello and Jared Lofy of the volleyball Warriors:

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Kanani Danielson and Nick Castello:

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Former Baldwin High football player Jordan Pu‘u Robinson has requested — and received — a release from his Washington State scholarship and is seeking to transfer to UH.

Robinson redshirted in 2009, missed the 2010 season after suffering a torn ACL, and played 10 games (starting against Stanford and Washington) in 2010.

If he transfers to UH, he would have two years to play one season. His eligibility clock could be extended if he receives a medical hardship for the 2010 injury or if he receives a special exemption because a family emergency requires his move.

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Word on the boulevard is the volleyball Warriors will be receiving commitments from:

Aniefre Etim-Thomas, a 6-foot-4 middle blocker  from Long Beach City College. He can touch a gravity-defying 11 feet 7. Last year, he was second among California junior college players with a .497 hitting percentage. His 1.91 blocks per set were fourth best in the state.

Here's his highlight video: EtimThomas.

Max Wechsung, a 6-7 setter/opposite from Long Beach City College. He was third in the state with 0.41 aces per set. The Vikings led the state in kills per set (13.14) and hitting percentage (.344).

Garrett Komisarek, a libero from Irvine Valley College. He was fifth in the state with 2.77 digs per set.

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Outside hitter Stephen Maar has decided to remain in Canada and will attend McMasters University in Ontario.

Nearly everyone listed winning the MWC title as a top goal.

"I like that," head coach Norm Chow said. "We have unselfish players."

Tavita Woodard, who was at tight end for 10 of the 15 spring practices, has been told he will compete at defensive end in training camp. Chow said Woodard did well at tight end but he will have a bigger impact as a hybrid defender because of his size, quickness and agility.

Justin Alo, who was held out of contact drills the second half of spring training because of a fractured hand, was told he will remain at quarterback. Alo has the skills and athleticism to compete at several positions.

Chow finished the exit interviews yesterday. The players are on their own until Aug. 1, when they report to training camp, although they are permitted to use the UH facilities and participate in conditioning drills conducted by strength coordinator Tommy Heffernan.

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Former UH linebacker Aaron Brown is still representing the 50th state.

He has No. 50.

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Happy birthday wishes to:

• Allison Masuda Kawakami.

• Claire Arakawa, a former Rough Rider and now kick-okole businesswoman.

• Miki Akeo-Nelson, a principal with a mean volleyball serve.

• Tenari Maafala.

In his first game, he threw seven touchdown passes. Last week, he had a league-high nine TD throws.

It's an 8-on-8 format. The Raptors' offense has three lineman, two "high-motion" receivers, a running back and Mr. Touchdown.

Austin hopes to parlay the gig into a job with in the Canadian Football League. But for now, he's having a blast playing football.

The Raptors travel to New Mexico today for this weekend's game. Next week, the Raptors face the Allen Wranglers, led by Terrell Owens. Yes, that T.O.

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McDonald's donated $17,500 to the UH athletic department:

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In the NCAA vernacular, May is "Junior Month," a time when coaches are permitted to go out  to evaluate — and make offers — to prospects who will be high school seniors in the fall.

The Warriors have four coaches on the mainland and one coach (Tony Tuioti) who is making the American Samoa/Australia circuit. At this time, the coaches are allowed to make word-of-mouth offers; offers in writing may not be issued until September.

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Head coach Norm Chow is concluding exit interviews with players today.

The coaches have collected the playbooks, which will be re-issued when the players report to training camp on Aug. 1. The first practice is Aug. 2.

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Chow did well selling Keiki Day newspapers yesterday. Then again, he is experienced. Chow used to sell newspapers at the old Honolulu Stadium when he was a keiki.

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Former Warriors Aaron Brown (St. Louis Rams), Zach Masch (Seattle Seahawks), Liko Satele (Arizona Cardinals), Vaughn Meatoga (Cincinnati Bengals) and Austin Hansen (Philadelphia Eagles) are preparing for tomorrow's start of their three-day rookie camps.

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Motivated yet?

Quarterback Matt Barkley is among several USC players who are going to Haiti today on a support trip.