Hutchings takes a close look at Cal 

California linebacker Michael Hutchings of powerhouse Concord De Le Salle visited Cal Saturday for the Bears’ junior day to get a feel for coach Jeff Tedford’s staff.

Until recently, much of Hutchings’ contact with Cal went through former defensive line coach Tosh Lupoi, a ex-De La Salle standout who left Berkeley for Washington in January. Hutchings, an ESPNU Watch List member, met Lupoi as a high school freshman.

Still, the depature of Cal’s ace recruiter had a minimal impact on Hutchings’ view of the Bears.

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