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.
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Aloha Stadium prepares for next round of milestones
New renderings for the 31,000-seat stadium are expected soon, while groundbreaking is targeted to begin towards the end of the year.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 11, 2026
Aisiah 'Scoob' Paogofie emerges as potential impact player for Hawai‘i football
Paogofie, a second year linebacker out of Campbell, has turned heads so far during preseason training camp for the Rainbow Warriors.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 07, 2026
Hawai‘i soccer makes lei for Lahaina wildfire victims ahead of weekend Maui trip
The Rainbow Wahine will play an exhibition game against Seattle on the Valley Isle on Sunday, a trip in which both programs will also honor victims of the 2023 Lahaina wildfires.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 07, 2026
Kaua‘i's Kawaihau Community Little League continues historic run this weekend
Kawaihau will be the state's representative in the Little League World Series West Regional, which begins on Sunday in San Bernardino, Calif.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 06, 2026
Campbell alumnus Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele eyes NFL future while at Cal
The star left-handed quarterback has already earned top pick projections in the 2028 NFL Draft ahead of his sophomore year of college football.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 05, 2026
Mililani's new dynamic duo looks to take Trojans back to HHSAA mountaintop
Former Punahou teammates Zion White and Hunter Fujikawa are reunited at Mililani and have the Trojans thinking big ahead of the 2026 high school football season.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's basketball set for Australia foreign tour
The Rainbow Warriors will be in Sydney from Aug. 6-13 and will play scrimmages against a pair of professional teams.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball gears up for first season of Joshua Walker era
Led by their new head coach, the Rainbow Wahine held their first preseason practice on Thursday afternoon.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 31, 2026
Hawai‘i football kicks off fall camp with key returns and losses
While Micah Alejado returned to the practice field, star receiver Pofele Ashlock will be sidelined for a chunk of fall camp, head coach Timmy Chang acknowledged on Wednesday.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 30, 2026
Preseason practices underway for Hawai‘i soccer team ahead of 2026 season
The 2026 season, which officially begins on Aug. 13 against Texas Tech, will be Michele Nagamine's 15th at the helm of the Rainbow Wahine.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 29, 2026
Jayden Maiava makes one last stop home before the grind begins again
Maiava, along with USC running back Waymond Jordan, were in the Islands for a special event over the weekend.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 28, 2026
New program brings free tennis to Hawai‘i schools
The United States Tennis Association already began its tour of Island schools in March, which brings free lessons and equipment to schools.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 25, 2026
New LPGA tournament set to debut on Big Island in 2027
Nanea Golf Club will host the inaugural Nanea Cup on March 11-14, with features a $4 million purse.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 23, 2026
Years later, fate leads Hawai‘i head football coach Timmy Chang back to his alma mater
Fall camp for Chang's fifth season at the helm of his alma mater is set to begin next Wednesday, a role he may have not been in had it not been for a key decision years earlier.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 22, 2026
Maui's Milaniakai Padilla wins national beach volleyball honor
Padilla was named the Amateur Athletic Union's Beach Volleyball Player of the Year on Monday.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 21, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball releases 2026 schedule, announces assistant coach changes
The Rainbow Wahine will open their season on Aug. 28 against Georgia Southern.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026
University of Hawai‘i right at home in new-look Mountain West Conference
After sticking together in the latest round of conference realignment, members of the retooled Mountain West ushered in the league's new era in Las Vegas this week.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026
Hawai‘i quarterback Micah Alejado embraces star status at Mountain West media days
Alejado, who is set to enter his second season as UH's starting quarterback, was voted the Mountain West's preseason Offensive Player of the Year on Wednesday.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026
Hawai‘i's Mountain West representatives soak up Las Vegas homecoming
Micah Alejado, Cam Barfield, Jamih Otis and Elijah Palmer all played high school football at Bishop Gorman High School, a national powerhouse in Vegas.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 16, 2026
Timmy Chang, UH agree to long-term contract extension, UH AD Matt Elliott says
Chang's current contract was set to expire following the 2026 season.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 15, 2026
Q&A: Hawai‘i director Matt Elliott looks ahead as school officially enters new era
Elliott reflected on his first year at the helm as both he and UH embark on a new era as full-time Mountain West members.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 15, 2026
Five players with Hawai‘i ties selected in final day of 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB Draft concluded with three selections with Island ties on Sunday.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 13, 2026
Max Holloway defeats injured Conor McGregor via TKO at UFC 329
An anticlimactic main event ended in a Holloway victory 13 years in the making in Las Vegas on Saturday night.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 12, 2026
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway, Pearl CIty's Kai Kamaka III good to go at UFC 329
Each UFC 329 fight was made official on Friday morning after all fighters successfully made weight.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 11, 2026
Kai Kamaka III looks to set the tone for Hawai‘i at UFC 329
The Kamehameha alumnus and Pearl City native will kick off the UFC 329 preliminary card against Luke Riley on Saturday.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 10, 2026
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway and Conor McGregor exchange barbs during contentious UFC 329 presser
Fight week continued to heat up as Holloway and McGregor faced off for the first time at the UFC 329 press conference on Thursday evening.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 10, 2026
Top Hawai‘i prospects prepare for MLB Draft decisions
Scouts view the 2026 draft as a potential down year in the Islands due to the lack of players expected to sign.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 10, 2026
Max Holloway, Conor McGregor take to the mic and reflect ahead of UFC 329
The two mixed martial arts stars and Saturday's headliners were the main attraction of UFC 329's media day at T-Mobile Arena on Wednesday.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 09, 2026
Hamada: Hawai‘i not to blame for losing Sony Open
We fret locally about what Hawai‘i might've done wrong to lose major golf tournaments, but ASD opinion columnist Rick Hamada says that changes within the golf industry itself made the loss inevitable.
Rick HamadaJuly 08, 2026
Excitement for Max Holloway is 'through the roof,' says strength coach Darin Yap
Holloway's strength and conditioning coach, Darin Yap, believes his 15-pound jump to face Conor McGregor on Saturday will be a seamless one.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 08, 2026
Hawai‘i football sold short again in latest EA Sports release
EA Sports College Football 27 was released on Monday, the latest in an annual installment of college football video games.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 07, 2026
Hawai‘i Athletics rings in new era
On Wednesday, UH officially became a full-time member of the Mountain West Conference after 14 years in the Big West. The athletic department's new TV rights deal kicked in that same day.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 03, 2026
Sony Open rebrands as PGA Tour Champions event
The PGA Tour Champions is reserved for professional men's golfers 50 and over. The Sony Open previously served as a PGA Tour event from 1965 to 2026.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 01, 2026
Roosevelt High School unveils brand new gymnasium
The $35 million project was part of a master plan to have the school's facilities up to DOE standards.
Christian ShimabukuJune 30, 2026
After over a decade in the NFL, Marcus Mariota continues to share his gift
On Monday, Mariota's Motiv8 Foundation held its 10th annual golf tournament, a key fundraiser for the organization's mission in supporting local communities, underserved youth and homeless populations, among other initiatives.
Christian ShimabukuJune 30, 2026
WWE heads to Hawai‘i in search of next star
The world's leading professional wrestling promotion will be in search of new talent from the Islands this weekend at the Hi Fit Expo.
Christian ShimabukuJune 27, 2026
Warriors Don't Bully returns for sequel at Hi Fit Expo
Two anti-bullying and self-defense sessions will be held at the Hi Fit Expo at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall this weekend.
Christian ShimabukuJune 26, 2026
Q&A: New Hawai‘i women's volleyball head coach Joshua Walker hits the ground running
Walker, a former UH men's volleyball player and assistant coach, returns to his alma mater after four seasons on Baylor's staff.
Christian ShimabukuJune 25, 2026
Northern California club brings artistic swimming to Hawai‘i
Walnut Creek Aquanuts, an artistic swimming club from Northern California, recently held an international event at the Duke Kahanamoku Aquatic Complex.
Christian ShimabukuJune 24, 2026
From Lāʻie to The League: Kahuku's Tolu Smith represents the Red Raiders along NBA journey
In 2025, Smith became just the second player who graduated from a high school in the Islands to appear in an NBA game, joining Hilo's Red Rocha, who debuted in the NBA in 1950.
Christian ShimabukuJune 23, 2026
Q&A: Wendell Look reflects on his ‘Iolani career
Look is retiring as the school's athletic director and head football coach on June 30 after spending over four decades at the school.
Christian ShimabukuJune 20, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball set to reshuffle coaching staff
The Rainbow Warriors will need a new pitching and hitting coach after recent departures.
Christian ShimabukuJune 19, 2026
‘Iolani's Judah Ota earns invite to 2026 MLB Draft Combine
Ota, a senior outfielder, will play collegiately at the University of Arkansas if he chooses not to go pro this summer.
Christian ShimabukuJune 18, 2026
Hawai‘i star pitcher Isaiah Magdaleno to enter NCAA transfer portal
Magdaleno, a junior, is also eligible for the 2026 MLB Draft, which begins on July 11.
Christian ShimabukuJune 17, 2026
University of Hawai‘i sailing coach Andy Johnson retires
Johnson, the longest tenured coach at UH prior to the announcement, had been the school's sailing coach since 1989.
Christian ShimabukuJune 16, 2026
UH Mānoa Athletics get $5M for NIL opportunities
Five donors have committed to give a combined $1 million annually for the next five years to support name, image and likeness opportunities for student-athletes.
Stephanie SalmonsJune 10, 2026
Pipikaula Corner: UH athletics and the race for dollars
Name, Image, Likeness is already upsetting the finances of college sports. Now there's a new trend — universities are starting to spin off their entire athletics programs as freestanding corporations. Where will this leave the University of Hawai‘i?
A. Kam NapierJune 03, 2026
Pālolo proud: Jayden Maiava doesn't shy away from his roots along football journey
Maiava, the first Polynesian quarterback to start for USC, took some time back home before the most consequential season of his young football career
Christian ShimabukuMay 26, 2026
HHSAA reveals Hall of Honor Class of 2026
Twelve student athletes will each receive a $2,000 scholarship. Honorees come from public and private high schools and represent a wide range of sports, from swimming to football.
Christian ShimabukuMay 25, 2026
Darren Matsuda out as Punahou boys basketball coach
The Buffanblu won three HHSAA titles under Matsuda.
Christian ShimabukuMay 23, 2026
Aloha Stadium tours to be made available to University of Hawai‘i football recruits
Executive Director Michael Yadao believes it's important for prospective players to be able to take a look at their future home.
Christian ShimabukuMay 22, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball eliminated from Big West Conference tournament
The Rainbow Warriors fell to Cal State Fullerton in Wednesday's tournament play-in game, ending their tenure in the Big West.
Christian ShimabukuMay 21, 2026
Hawai‘i Pacific University set to add women's flag football program
HPU will be the first college athletics program in the state to add flag football.
Christian ShimabukuMay 21, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball set for final Big West Conference tournament
The Rainbow Warriors will take on Cal State Fullerton in Wednesday's play-in game.
Christian ShimabukuMay 20, 2026
Moanalua wins 2026 HHSAA Division I girls flag football championship
Na Menehune staged a late, dramatic comeback to win its first state title in girls flag football.
Christian ShimabukuMay 17, 2026
Makana Wade coaches Le Jardin to first state title in boys volleyball
Makana Wade, the son of UH men's volleyball head coach Charlie Wade, led the Bulldogs to the HHSAA title in his first season at the helm.
Christian ShimabukuMay 17, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball standout Kristian Titriyski to turn pro early
Titriyski is forgoing his final two seasons of collegiate eligibility to turn pro in his native Bulgaria.
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball makes the rounds following national championship
The Rainbow Warriors and their coaches have made a bevy of public appearances since winning the 2026 national championship match on Monday.
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026
Magdaleno magnificent again as Hawai‘i clinches Big West tournament berth
Working on short rest, UH's ace tossed his second one-hit shutout of the month, striking out 14 CSUN batters in a 4-0 win on Wednesday night with his family in attendance.
Christian ShimabukuMay 14, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball enters final Big West series aiming to clinch spot in conference tournament
The Rainbow Warriors need to win one of their three home games against CSUN this week in order to clinch a spot in next week's Big West tournament.
Christian ShimabukuMay 13, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball welcomed back home by loyal fans
The Rainbow Warriors arrived back on campus after winning their third national championship in six years.
Christian ShimabukuMay 13, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball wins national championship match over UC Irvine
After a slow start, the Rainbow Warriors won their third national championship of the decade and first since 2022.
Christian ShimabukuMay 12, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: HHSAA wraps up state championships
Four different sports will crown their state championships this week to wrap up the school year in high school sports.
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Mililani breaks through to win first HHSAA baseball title
The Trojans defeated Pac-Five 1-0 in a pitcher's duel for the ages.
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Shakas up: Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to national championship with victory over rival Long Beach State
The Rainbow Warriors will take on UC Irvine in Monday's national championship match at 1 p.m. HST.
Christian ShimabukuMay 10, 2026
Hawai‘i softball eliminated from Big West tournament
Panita Thanatharn's debut season at UH ends at 30-20.
Christian ShimabukuMay 10, 2026
Legendary coaches Pete Carroll and Mack Brown to lead teams in 2027 Polynesian Bowl
The 2027 game will be the 10th edition of the high school all-star game, which is annually set in the Islands.
Christian ShimabukuMay 09, 2026
'Of course we take that personally': Hawai‘i men's volleyball set to battle Long Beach State in Final Four
A pair of upside down shakas gestured toward UH's fans in the most recent matchup between the 'Bows and The Beach has stoked the rivalry's fire.
Christian ShimabukuMay 08, 2026
Hawai‘i softball gears up for final Big West tournament
The Rainbow Wahine open up play on Thursday and could need as little as three wins to advance to their first NCAA Tournament since 2013.
Christian ShimabukuMay 07, 2026
Hawai‘i ace Isaiah Magdaleno racks up accolades after historic outing
In addition to winning Big West Pitcher of the Week, the Rainbow Warrior junior also earned awards from five national organizations in recent days.
Christian ShimabukuMay 06, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: Spring state championships abound across Islands
State champions in six different high school sports across multiple divisions will be crowned this week.
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to NCAA Final Four with thrilling victory over USC
The Rainbow Warriors outlasted the Trojans in four sets in front of a sold-out Stan Sheriff Center crowd on Saturday night.
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball to host USC in national quarterfinals
The Rainbow Warriors will face the Trojans at 4 p.m. on Saturday with a spot in the Final Four up for grabs.
Christian ShimabukuMay 02, 2026
Hawai‘i Pacific baseball endures road gauntlet en route to PacWest contention
After a recent road trip in which it went 7-4 in 10 days, the Sharks can clinch a spot in the four-team Pacific West Conference tournament this weekend against UH-Hilo.
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball program carries on with heavy hearts following Robyn Ah Mow's resignation
Former associate head coach Kaleo Baxter was named the program's interim head coach following Ah Mow's announcement to step down on Thursday.
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's head volleyball coach Robyn Ah Mow resigns
Ah Mow released a statement on late Wednesday afternoon to announce her decision.
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026
After embracing new coaching staff, Hawai‘i softball team emerges as serious Big West contenders
The Rainbow Wahine enter the final weekend of Big West regular season play with a chance to clinch a top 2 seed and bye in next week's conference tournament.
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway graces cover of EA Sports UFC 6
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira was named the cover athlete of the game's standard edition, while Holloway will be on the cover of the game's ultimate edition.
Christian ShimabukuApril 27, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: NCAA Tournament tickets in high demand
Tickets for the regional UH is hosting on the weekend began to go on sale on Monday morning.
Christian ShimabukuApril 27, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball set to host NCAA Tournament match
The Rainbow Warriors will host either USC or Belmont Abbey in the NCAA national quarterfinals on May 2.
Christian ShimabukuApril 27, 2026
Hawai‘i's Kansei Matsuzawa signs with Las Vegas Raiders as undrafted free agent
Matsuzawa signed with the Raiders in the immediate minutes following the 2026 NFL Draft and will look to compete for the starting job at kicker.
Christian ShimabukuApril 26, 2026
Hawai‘i water polo eliminated at NCAA Tournament
The Rainbow Wahine fell shy of their third NCAA semifinal appearance in a row, losing to California.
Christian ShimabukuApril 25, 2026
Led by international roster, UH water polo set for another NCAA Tournament run
The Rainbow Wahine, who take on California in Friday's NCAA quarterfinals, feature players from eight different countries and three different states.
Christian ShimabukuApril 24, 2026
Live demolition work continues at Aloha Stadium
The northwest bowl of Aloha Stadium was demolished on early Thursday afternoon.
Christian ShimabukuApril 24, 2026