TIFF’S TAKEAWAYS FOR #WARRIORBALL26 - WEEK 14
1. Let’s Dance – Going into its semifinal matchup against fifth seeded UC San Diego last Friday in the 2026 Outrigger Big West Championship presented by The Hawaiian Islands, Hawai`i knew they were in the 2026 National Collegiate Men’s Volleyball Championship field. But why leave NCAA postseason fate in the hands of the committee when you can control your own destiny while other conference tournaments could potentially have a bid stealer here or there?
Mililani's big sixth inning pounds Pearl City, 13-3, wins OIA title
It did not rain at historic Hans L'Orange Park on Friday night, but it certainly poured in the sixth inning for Mililani's offense, as the Trojans exploded for 10 runs to smother Pearl City for a stunning 13-3 victory and their fifth OIA baseball title in seven seasons.
ʻIolani Alum Ailana Agbayani Earns AUSL Golden Ticket
Hawai‘i native and ʻIolani alum Ailana Agbayani has taken the next step in her softball career, receiving the 16th Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) Golden Ticket.
Kamehameha Caps Perfect 8-0 ILH Run
Kamehameha closed out an unbeaten ILH regular season with a 24-9 win over Punahou, finishing a perfect 8-0 in league play.
Hilo Sweeps PacWest Golf Championships
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo turned in a dominant showing at the PacWest Championships, capturing both the men’s and women’s team titles.
Rainbow Wahine Turn to Khalilah Mitchell as Head Coach
Khalilah Mitchell has been named head coach of the University of Hawai‘i Rainbow Wahine basketball program, stepping into the role after seven seasons as an assistant.
Moanalua’s Jodie Keo Named to Team USA 17U Flag National Team
Kapolei native and Moanalua standout Jodie Keo has earned a spot on the 17U U.S. Girls’ Flag National Team, selected by USA Football for the 2026 Junior International Cup.
TIFF’S TAKEAWAYS FOR #WARRIORBALL26 - WEEK 13
1. Be Vlad It Happened – For just the third time (2013, 1985) its 48-year program history, senior night for Hawai`i Men’s Volleyball consisted of just one person. Nearly 15,000 UH fans came through the gates for Vlad Weekend.
Hawai‘i Secures Big West Regular Season Championship Behind Kubr’s Senior Night Start
Senior setter Vladimir Kubr had never stepped onto the Stan Sheriff Center floor in his two years at the University of Hawai‘i. The lone senior spent most of his career supporting from the bench, lifting up younger teammates in their pursuit of a Big West title.
Pac-Five rallies past Punahou, 4-3, holds onto second place in ILH
Thought of as underdogs in the recent and distant past, the Pac-Five baseball team is now regarded as a serious title contender in the ultra competitive ILH baseball race.
No. 2 Hawai‘i Sweeps CSUN to Clinch Big West Title, Top Seed
No. 2 University of Hawai‘i dominated No. 18 CSUN in straight sets Friday night at the Stan, clinching the Big West regular season title and securing the No. 1 seed for next week’s conference tournament.
32nd Annual Ed Wong Memorial Tournament Returns to Hawaii Prince
The 32nd Annual Na Koa Braddahhood Grindz Ed Wong Memorial Golf Tournament took place Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Hawaii Prince Golf Club, bringing together supporters of University of Hawai‘i athletics for a day of golf, fellowship, and community.
Kamehameha holds off Maryknoll, 8-6; teams now tied for first
In yet another tense slugfest that went down to the wire, Kamehameha held off visiting Maryknoll, 8-6, on Monday afternoon in exciting ILH softball action on the Warriors' scenic field at Kapalama Heights.
TIFF’S TAKEAWAYS FOR #WARRIORBALL26 - WEEK 12
1. One Learning Moment – 2021 Hawai`i. 2019 Long Beach State. Those are the only two years that have seen a Big West Conference team run the conference season unblemished since the BWC became the first Division I conference to sanction Men’s Volleyball beginning with the 2018 season.
Rainbow Warriors Add All-PacWest Guard Jaden Mantigou
Fresh off a new contract, Head Coach Eran Ganot and his staff are already making moves on the recruiting trail, landing two commitments in as many days, the latest coming from former Division II point guard Jaden Mantigou.
Hawai‘i adds former CSUN, Arizona State forward Marcus Adams Jr.
A familiar foe has arrived in Mānoa this transfer portal season.
Former Arizona State and CSUN forward Marcus Adams Jr. is the first transfer commitment of the spring window for Hawai‘i ahead of the 2026 college basketball season.
Zeigler-Namoa powers Hawai‘i to 14-6 win over UC Irvine
In the bottom of the fourth inning, with rain pouring down, University of Hawai‘i senior right fielder Ben Zeigler-Namoa stepped into the batter’s box unfazed by the conditions. Battling the elements, he lined a single to left field off UC Irvine pitcher Trevor Hansen.
Punahou Remains Perfect, Takes Down Kamehameha in Four Sets
Punahou remained unbeaten at 8-0 with a four-set win over Kamehameha on Wednesday.
Hawaiʻi’s Lucy Cui Wins Drive, Chip & Putt National Championship
ʻIolani School’s Lucy Cui captured the Drive, Chip & Putt National Championship in the Girls 12–13 division at Augusta National Golf Club.
Hazel Nahienaena ready for bare knuckle debut at Blaisdell
When Hazel Nahienaena steps into the ring at Blaisdell Arena for the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, she'll carry more than a fight record with her. She'll carry a story she spent years learning to tell out loud — one of abuse, survival, and a moment at a Waianae boxing club that changed everything.
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