Idaho’s women’s soccer squad is set to close out its participation in the Outrigger Invitational by taking on Hawaii on Saturday evening, with kickoff scheduled for 5 PM. The match represents the latest chapter in a budding rivalry, as the Vandals seek to build on a recent 1‑1 draw with Western Michigan that showcased both offensive spark and defensive resilience.
A Tight Contest with Western Michigan
The previous encounter with Western Michigan was tightly contested, with Hallie Prinos‑Grumbach opening the scoring in the 25th minute. Camryn Huhn equalised for the Broncos in the 76th minute, preserving a 1‑1 stalemate. Goalkeeper Paula Flores made four crucial saves, while Miranda Goldner remained a steady presence in midfield.
Hawaii entered the tournament after a 3‑1 loss to Western Michigan on Thursday, a result that left them with fewer goal‑scoring chances despite a similar shot count. Anuhea Aluli contributed five attempts and an assist that led to Olivia Dianda’s second‑half goal, while Kennedy Justin’s six saves kept the Rainbow Wahine competitive.
Idaho’s defensive adjustments in the second half of that loss highlighted improved organization, a factor the coaching staff believes will serve them well against Hawaii’s attacking threats. The Vandals will look to capitalize on set‑piece opportunities and maintain pressure on a backline that has shown vulnerability to quick transitions.
Beyond the immediate tournament clash, Idaho is already penciling in its next home fixture against CSUB, scheduled for August 27 at 7 PM in the P1FCU Kibbie Dome. That game will provide another chance for the team to fine‑tune tactics before the season progresses.