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
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