In a made-from-television match, the Hawaii football team secured a commitment from a junior college wide receiver.

"I’m definitely going to be a Warrior," said Terrance Polk, a sophomore at Los Medanos College in California.

The attraction was mutual. Polk has drawn praise for his play-making abilities. Polk has followed the Warriors for several years.

"I’ve always watched Hawaii on TV," Polk said.

In 10 games this season, Polk caught 49 passes for 1,084 yards, an average of 22.1 yards per reception. He had 13 touchdown receptions.

Polk was raised in Pittsburg — the California town, not Steel City — although his pass-catching skills were steeled at several venues. He was center fielder in baseball, a guard in basketball and, always, a receiver in football.

"I can run and catch all day," Polk said.

Polk said he is 5 feet 11 1/2, 170 pounds and capable of running 40 yards in 4.5 seconds.

Polk is a graduate of Pittsburg High in the Bay Area. He decided to attend Los Medanos, which is a 10-minute drive from his family’s house.

"It was close to home, so I didn’t have to worry too much about commuting," Polk said.

Now he is willing to travel 2,500 miles to attend school.

"I always thought it would be a cool experience to live in Hawaii and play football for the Warriors," Polk said.

Polk said he expects to earn his associate’s degree in May, and join the Warriors in June. He will have three years to play two seasons.

Polk said he was impressed with the UH coaches and the program. He said he also received interest from Fresno State.

Polk said he tries to study receivers DeSean Jackson of the Philadelphia Eagles and Victor Cruz of the New York Giants.

"They’re fast and agile and have quick moves," Polk said.

He said his workouts include attacking Thermometer Hill in Pittsburg. He sprints the steep hill.

"I believe in working hard," Polk said.