The Wisconsin Badgers have shared a recent connection with the state of Hawaii in regards to recruiting, landing then-four-star outside linebacker Nick Herbig from Honolulu, Hawaii, as a main prospect in the Class of 2020.
The Badgers continued that connection with the transfer of safety Kamo’i Latu from Utah, who developed into a key starter for Wisconsin in 2022, amid injuries at the position, and held a strong relationship with fellow Hawaiian Nick Herbig on the team last season.
Then came wideout Trech Kekuhana, who initially committed to Wisconsin, but de-committed after the coaching chance to Luke Fickell before changing his mind over a span of a few days after a conversation with the esteemed head coach.