High School Volleyball

ʻIolani reclaims the throne while Kapa’a makes school history. We’re back for another year of Hawaii High School State Tournament sport recaps. Road to the Ship, presented by Hawaiian Financial Federal Credit Union, features highlights from the 2025 New City Nissan Girls Volleyball State Championships presented by Hawaii Army National Guard. Division II: Kapaʻa (first […]

By: Kennedy Choo After falling to the Kamehameha Warriors a year ago, the ‘Iolani Raiders reclaimed the state crown, sweeping the Kahuku Red Raiders to capture their fifth state championship in program history. Sophomore middle blocker Elle Arceneaux led the charge for ‘Iolani (17-1, 11-1 ILH), posting 10 kills and three block assists while coming […]

It was a night to remember for Mililani, as the Trojans celebrated Senior Night with a hard-fought five-set victory over Kapolei, 22-25, 25-20, 22-25, 25-21, 15-5. Setter Kealananea Stephens powered the effort with 45 assists and 15 digs, helping guide a balanced attack. Ivy Taylor led with 14 kills, while Maille Malone and Rylyn Kaopuiki-Kaikaina […]

The Roosevelt Rough Riders shook off a first-set loss to storm back and defeat Waipahu in four sets, 24-26, 25-12, 25-7, 25-17, on Tuesday night. Waipahu (6-2) looked sharp early, taking the opening frame in extra points. But Roosevelt (7-1) responded with authority, dominating the next two sets behind strong serving and defense before closing […]

Punahou reclaims its throne and wins 11 of the last 12 Division one boys’ volleyball state championships against the defending state champs, Kamehameha. Radford makes history at the Division two level, winning their first Division two boys’ volleyball state championship over Kapaa. Road to the Ship, presented by Hawaiian Financial Federal Credit Union, features highlights […]

The Radford Rams are OIA Division II champions after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Pearl City in the 2025 title match. Led by standout senior and Southwest Baptist University commit Keahi Kaneakua, who powered through with 18 kills. The win caps off a solid regular season for the Rams and sends them into the state […]

Moanalua captured the 2025 OIA Division I Boys Volleyball Championship with a dominant straight-set sweep over Campbell, winning 25-19, 25-23, 25-23. Led by Lionel Gannon’s 16 kills and Malu Wilcox’s impressive 40 assists. Campbell would keep the game heavily contested, led by Julius Momoe-Mitchell’s 15 kills, but would come up short in the final 2 […]

What began four years ago as a small group of four restaurant owners feeding the University of Hawai‘i football team has now grown into a major community initiative. Braddahhood Grindz, now backed by 25 restaurants and 50 corporate sponsors, supports over 300 student-athletes with meals, career development opportunities, internships, and full-time job placements. Marking its […]

Congratulations to Taylor Souza, Head Girls Volleyball Coach at Le Jardin Academy, for being named to the 2024 AVCA Thirty Under 30 High School Coaches list—the only honoree from Hawai‘i this year! This prestigious recognition honors the top 30 high school volleyball coaches under 30 nationwide. Taylor’s dedication to the sport and leadership on and […]

The Roosevelt Rough Riders (4-2) dominated Kaimuki (0-6) in a straight-set victory, winning 25-15, 25-15, 25-11. Jonathan Yadao and Enoka Mose each led the team with eight kills, while Ryder Barretto recorded 32 assists and Jonah Kawahakui contributed four digs. Roosevelt will face McKinley on March 31, 2025, and Kaimuki will play Farrington on the […]