DENVER – University of Hawai'i linebacker Corey Paredes was named the Verizon Western Athletic Conference defensive player of the week following the Warriors' upset victory over Nevada.

 

Paredes, a junior from Kane'ohe, O'ahu (Castle HS), led the team with nine tackles (6 solo) and forced two fumbles in the 27-21 win over No. 19 Wolf Pack. His first forced fumble came early in the first quarter and led to Hawai'i's first touchdown of the game. On the second, Paredes stopped Nevada from scoring a touchdown in the third quarter by stripping quarterback Colin Kaepernick of the ball just before he crossed the goal line.  The Hawai'i defense held Nevada to 134 rushing yards, 180 below their season average.

 

On the year, Paredes ranks second in the WAC and seventh nationally, averaging 11.7 tackles per game. The award is the second of his career. Paredes earned player of the week honors following UH's win at Washington State last season.

 

The Warriors will next travel to Utah State, Saturday, Oct. 23.