Hunter Kaupiko Season 2020

Entering 2021 season

Young, stout linebacker who continues to learn the 3-3-5 defense ... Enters the season third on the depth chart at “Mike” linebacker behind seniors Andrew Aleki and Seyddrick Lakalaka. 

REDSHIRT SEASON (2020)
Redshirted his first season at San Diego State.

HIGH SCHOOL
Earned four letters from Faith Lutheran High School in Las Vegas, Nev., the same high school as current senior Aztec wide receiver Elijah Kothe … Was a two-time first-team all-state linebacker in Nevada and a two-time first-team all-region selection … Also was chosen as the defensive MVP in 2019 and the Nevada all-decade team in 2019 … According to MaxPreps, totaled 386 tackles over his four years, including 39.5 tackles for loss, 25 sacks, five forced fumbles, eight fumble recoveries and two interceptions … Set the FLHS’s all-time record in both tackles and sacks … Older brother, Reyn, played football at Navy … A three-star recruit by 247sports and ESPN, and a two-star recruit by Rivals … Is rated as the 10th-best recruit in the state of Nevada by ESPN and the 12th-best recruit by ESPN … Received a grade of 81 by 247sports and a 72 by ESPN.

PERSONAL
Hunter Joseph Kaupiko was born Nov. 6, 2000, in Honolulu ... Son of Brian and Gaye Kaupiko ... Brother, Reyn, played football at Navy ... Picked the Aztecs over offers from Fresno State, New Mexico, UNLV, Northern Arizona and Portland State ... A communication major.