Sports
Covering the athletes, the coaches and the teams that Hawai‘i loves.
Whether it’s high school or college, or local stars turned pro, ASD is there with profiles and analysis for football, basketball, volleyball, baseball and more. We also keep an eye on Hawai‘i’s investment into sports, whether it’s the facilities where athletes train or the venues fans flock to, such as the Aloha Stadium redevelopment plans and UH’s Clarence T. C. Ching Athletics Complex.
News
Former competitors Maika Eugenio and Bjorn Jurgensen now Hawai‘i teammates
After meeting at a youth camp in Georgia in 2018, the two freshmen quarterbacks have reunited as Rainbow Warriors.
Christian ShimabukuApril 16, 2026
Documentary featuring professional surfer to screen at Wai Kai
Growing up, Sheldon Paishon experienced homelessness on Oʻahu's west side. A documentary about his life — and the mentor who helped him find success as a professional surfer — will be screening at Wai Kai this week.
Katie HellandApril 16, 2026
Rising pro surfer Kalā DeSoto finds purpose in the ocean
In January, 18-year-old surfer Kalānōweo DeSoto from Mākaha became the youngest invitational surfer to win Da Hui Backdoor Shootout held on Oʻahu's North Shore — and the only competitor in event history to win titles in both longboard and shortboard categories. Learn more about what got him in the water and his hopes for the next competition and beyond.
Donalyn Dela CruzApril 15, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH men's volleyball closes out home slate
With a chance to clinch the Big West regular season title, the Rainbow Warriors will host CSUN on Friday and Saturday night.
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball gears up for prolonged road trip after rare series win against UC Irvine
The Rainbow Warriors clinched their first series win over the Anteaters since 2018 but exited the weekend knowing they were capable of more.
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship set for Hawai‘i debut in card packed with local talent
Island native Maki Pitolo will face Doug Coltrane to headline the fight card, which begins at 5 p.m. at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center on Saturday.
Christian ShimabukuApril 11, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball closes in on Big West regular season title
The Rainbow Warriors could see themselves clinch the top seed in the conference tournament as early as Friday.
Christian ShimabukuApril 10, 2026
'Masters Weekend' promotion celebrates Hawai‘i's love of baseball and golf
Limited edition golf towels will be handed out to the first 250 fans to arrive at Les Murakami Stadium before each game UH has against UC Irvine this week.
Christian ShimabukuApril 09, 2026
Hawai‘i Athletics makes final appearance at legislative hearing before 2026-2027 decision
UH is asking for a total of $16 million in NIL funds and capital improvements.
Christian ShimabukuApril 08, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH beach volleyball set for senior weekend
The Rainbow Wahine will host one final homestand this weekend before embarking for the Big West tournament at the end of the month.
Christian ShimabukuApril 07, 2026
No. 6 Hawai‘i water polo earns Big West regular season title in dominant senior night victory
UH routed Cal State Fullerton 20-2 in its home finale on Friday, delivering a special moment for its seven seniors at the end of the match.
Christian ShimabukuApril 04, 2026
Hawai‘i surfing community comes together for Kona low storm relief
Multiple raffles, in addition to a Saturday giveaway, aim to help those affected by March's devastating Kona low storms.
Christian ShimabukuApril 03, 2026