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Cal QB Sagapolutele Stays for 2026 After Coach's Exit

12/6/2025

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California quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele will return for the 2026 season after considering a transfer following the firing of coach Justin Wilcox.
In 2025 he completed 63.6 percent of passes for 3,117 yards, 17 touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
Cal general manager Ron Rivera emphasized Sagapolutele's leadership as Tosh Lupoi builds the program.
California will conclude the 2025 season with the Hawaii Bowl against Hawaii on December 24, 2025.

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California quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele will return for the 2026 season after considering a transfer following the firing of coach Justin Wilcox.
In 2025 he completed 63.6 percent of passes for 3,117 yards, 17 touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
Cal general manager Ron Rivera emphasized Sagapolutele's leadership as Tosh Lupoi builds the program.
California will conclude the 2025 season with the Hawaii Bowl against Hawaii on December 24, 2025.