
Rainbow Wahine Triumph in Home Opener
The Rainbow Wahine earned their first victory of the season, defeating Idaho 2-0 with goals from Aluli and Dianda, while goalkeeper Justin preserved a clean sheet.
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The Rainbow Wahine earned their first victory of the season, defeating Idaho 2-0 with goals from Aluli and Dianda, while goalkeeper Justin preserved a clean sheet.

The University of Hawaii soccer squad recorded its inaugural victory of the season, blanking Idaho 2-0 with goals from Anuhea Aluli and Olivia Dianda, while goalkeeper Kennedy Justin preserved a clean sheet.

After a storm‑like start, the University of Hawaii women's soccer team turned the tide against Western Michigan, with freshman Olivia Dianda scoring the decisive goal in a 3‑1 victory.

The Rainbow Wahine open their 2026 season at home, facing Western Michigan and Idaho in the OUTRIGGER Invitational, while fresh talent and veteran leadership aim to build on early successes.

The University of Hawaii women's soccer team will face Kansas State on Saturday at noon after Tropical Storm Lala forced a schedule change.

The University of Hawaii women's soccer team opened its campaign with a 1‑0 loss to nationally ranked Texas Tech, but the performance hinted at strong potential and a hopeful outlook for the months ahead.

The University of Hawaiʻi’s women’s soccer program, known as the Rainbow Wahine, is gearing up for a new chapter after a season that yielded just four victories. A complete overhaul of the squad has brought in eleven fresh faces, seven of them true freshmen and four transfers, while nine players hail from the islands, marking the most locally rooted lineup in a decade. The team now competes in the Mountain West Conference, a shift from the Big West after more than ten years, and will open its schedule with matches against Texas Tech and Kansas State. Live coverage of the first game will be available on KFVE at 3:30 p.m., giving fans an early glimpse of the revamped side. Head coach Michele Nagamine says the new roster embodies a blend of hometown pride and competitive fire. Many of the newcomers are first‑generation athletes who carry the expectations of their communities, and Nagamine believes that spirit will translate into a more physical, resilient style of play. Altitude, travel logistics and the heightened intensity of the Mountain West present significant hurdles, but the coaching staff has built a plan that emphasizes conditioning and tactical discipline. By leveraging the familiarity of local talent and the energy of the fan base, the Rainbow Wahine hope to turn those challenges into opportunities. With the season opener fast approaching, the excitement is palpable across the islands. The combination of fresh talent, a new conference environment, and a coach determined to harness local pride sets the stage for a campaign that could redefine the program’s trajectory.

The University of Hawaii women's soccer team traveled to Maui for an exhibition match against Seattle University, commemorated the third anniversary of the Lahaina wildfires through community service, and prepared for their season debut on Oahu.

The University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Rainbow Wahine soccer squad is playing its first seven matches on campus while the Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex undergoes repairs, with the first game against Texas Tech scheduled for August 13 and local TV coverage beginning August 16.

On August 9, 2026, the University of Hawaiʻi and Seattle University will stage a first‑of‑its‑kind NCAA Division I women’s soccer exhibition on Maui, with proceeds benefiting wildfire recovery and a free youth clinic that aims to inspire the next generation of athletes.

The University of Hawaii’s women’s soccer squad prepares to open its season on Aug. 13 against Texas Tech and Kansas State, featuring a completely overhauled roster and a special Maui exhibition that honors the wildfire anniversary.

University of Hawai‘i women's soccer coach Michele Nagamine discusses the team's transition to the Mountain West Conference, upcoming exhibition game on Maui, and the program's community-focused approach for the 2026 season.