SMU freshman Abel Hoopii brings rare mass, leverage, and a nasty streak to the Mustangs’ interior
Abel Hoopii, a 6-foot-5, 340-pound freshman OL from Hawaii, is a physically imposing interior lineman whose best traits are strength, wide-base balance, and finishing power—he earned a three-star reputation and Under Armour camp praise for driving defenders off the ball and holding up against bull rushes. Recruiting reports also noted quick feet, recovery ability, and advanced technique, which makes him more than just a big body. He’s a good fit for teams that want a tough, tone-setting guard with legitimate developmental upside.[2][8][13][15]
