Cal’s Next Great QB? Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele on His Roots & Future

NORTH CAROLINA SPORTS NETWORK · Aug 20, 2026 · 13m

Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele joins the David Glenn Show to discuss his breakout freshman season, why he stayed at Cal through a coaching change and his outlook for 2026 under new head coach Tosh Lupoi.The Honolulu-area native threw for 3,454 yards and 18 touchdowns as a true freshman in 2025. JKS discusses the story behind his full name and nickname, growing up in Hawaii playing multiple sports and how receiving his first college offer helped convince him to focus on football.He also talks about the Elite 11, what drew him to Cal and the transition from Justin Wilcox to Tosh…