"He is big time," UH coach June Jones said of LaBoy, a rush end who amassed three tackles for losses, including two sacks, and at least five quarterback hurries.

To San Jose State quarterback Scott Rislov, LaBoy was static cling. On one play, LaBoy, aligned at left end, raced around the right tackle and chased Rislov to the opposite sideline.

A nanosecond after receiving the ball on an end run, wideout Kendrick Starling was flattened by LaBoy.

Right tackle Osmar Staples had so much difficulty the Spartans brought in an extra tight end .

LaBoy was everywhere the Spartans didn't want him to be. He opened at right end, easing past pro prospect Joseph Hayes, before replacing Houston Ala at left end. Ala has been bothered by a bruised heel.

Twice, LaBoy dropped into pass coverage, going against an inside receiver.

"It was one of those days when everything went right," LaBoy said.

LaBoy, who has battled a variety of injuries, said he has been relatively healthy the past few weeks. He also looked forward to his first UH game in the Bay Area. LaBoy, who was raised in nearby San Rafael, transferred from Utah State in 1999, the last time the Warriors played in Spartan Stadium.

About 10 scouts from National Football League teams attended the game.

"I knew he could have a big game," UH strong safety Hyrum Peters said. "I told him before the game, 'Play your game and you'll be a hero today.' He was a hero."

NFL scouts have rated LaBoy and defensive tackle Isa'ako "Isaac" Sopoaga as the Warriors' top pro prospects.

"He probably elevated himself into the late first round (of the 2004 NFL Draft) with that performance," Jones said. "We need to invite 10 NFL scouts to every game."

LaBoy, who is 6 feet 4 and 254 pounds, has always excelled as a pass rusher. This season, he has worked on his run defense. Yesterday, in fear of LaBoy's quickness, the Spartans resorted to play-action passes and draws.

"I'm trying to be consistent," LaBoy said. "I don't want to worry about changing anything for anybody."

After the game, LaBoy tried to find family members in the stands. While looking for his mother, "I saw my brother," he recalled. "I saw my mom, but then I lost her."

It was one of the few times a target eluded LaBoy.