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Michele Nagamine

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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.

Aug 23, 2026

Rainbow Wahine soccer team eyes fresh start in Mountain West

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.

Aug 13, 2026

Rainbow Wahine Soccer Team Relocates to Campus Amid Field Issues

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.

Aug 8, 2026