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"I wanted the flashy facilities and uniforms, to play in a big conference with all the recognition. My parents set me straight and reminded me of when I was 10 watching from the stands. Playing for something much more. Playing for Hawai'i." // Solomon Matautia #NoNeedLeave

WNBA generated an estimated of $200-$300 million in 2025. UFC generated an estimated $1.5 billion in 2025. WNBA minimum salary is now $300 k, UFC’s starter contract is 12k to show, 12k more if you win.

The highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Saturday night was not my night. Sorry to all my family, friends and fans that I have let down. Shout out to Olivera for doing his thing. All class so nothing but love to him. No excuses from this side and there never will be. I’ve been here before I know the work I need to do to get back to where I wanna be. We are far from done. See you guys at the top. #blessedexpress

I'm gutted anytime Max loses. But getting dominated is demoralizing. Gotta come back stronger.

Top NFL Combine Bench Press Reps in West since 2000 49—Stephen Paea, Ore St, 2011* 43—Scott Young, BYU, 2005 42—Harrison Phillips, Stanford, 2018 42—Isaac Sopoaga, Hawaii, 2004 41—Vita Vea, Washington, 2018 41—Igor Olshansky, Oregon, 2004 38—Andrew Vorhees, USC, 2023 37—Haloti Ngata, Oregon, 2006 37—Wayne Hunter, Hawaii, 2003 37—Victor Leyva, ASU, 2001 *NFL record Searchable list of all 1,040 players⤵️ superwestsports.com/historical-pac…

Been thoroughly impressed with Matt Elliot. If only he could tap into private funding from a couple billionaire residents, we'd be golden.

At the NFL Combine's Specialists Showcase, it was leg day for Japan's @kan08sei. He's a member of the 2026 IPP class. Learn more about the IPP program: ops.nfl.com/4bgRdUf

We all know we failed to capitalize on June's pinnacle of success in '07 and have since watched others schools pass us by. 100% agree the time is now to take that next step. But it starts and ends with public and private funding. College ball is money game. Let's get that bag. 🫡

Ashley Lelie's final three games at Hawaii: -6 catches, 211 yards, 3 TD vs. Miami (OH) -9 catches, 285 yards, 3 TD vs. Air Force -8 catches, 262 yards, 2 TD vs. BYU 23 catches, 758 yards, 8 TD 🔥

"I pride myself on letting people know that I played at UH and we we have some ballers" - As former Hawai'i linebacker Jahlani Tavai approaches Super Bowl LX on Sunday, the Patriots linebacker quickly went from answering a question about remarkable journey to making a prideful recruiting pitch for the Rainbow Warriors khon2.com/sports/former-… #HawaiiFB #GoBows 🤙🏽 @HawaiiFootball #NFLHawaii #Patriots #SuperBowlLX @khonnews @khon2SportsTV

@MichaelLasquero @HawaiiAthletics It seems totally reasonable for that fee to be increased to $100... back in 2019.

In Spring 2019, UH-Manoa had a student survey to receive feedback on the Student Athletic Fee and any future changes to the fee. The survey also provided revenue data on @HawaiiAthletics’ Mountain West and Big West peers at the time it was conducted ⬇️ Survey info: manoa.hawaii.edu/miro/student-a…

31,000 seats and 28 suites sounds much better than 22,500 and 10 suites. Let’s hope they can get it done. #HawaiiFB 📸(Not new design)

#HawaiiFB ⬆️ "Hawaii climbs up 12 spots to No. 55 after beating Cal in a thrilling Hawaii Bowl to finish 9-4."

Happy for Jahlani 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

Been impressed with Elliot diving right in and getting his hands dirty. Seems to understand and navigate through proper public and private channels to pursue funding. Hoping he can get the ear of some deep pockets around the state.

PRESENTING THE SICKOS COMMITTEE COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD Our award that goes to the Head Coach who was not recognized by their conference but we feel was most deserving of recognition for their fantastic season! CONGRATS TO @HawaiiFootball HEAD COACH TIMMY CHANG!

We've done a good job reloading the skilled positions from the portal. Now we need to reload the trenches. Would love to see some experienced OT and DT/NG signees.

Lowest allowed pressure rate, MWC OGs in 2025: Zhen Sotelo, Hawaii: 0.81% (620 pass-blocking snaps) Julian Polendo, Fresno State: 1.07% (373) Kuao Peihopa, Hawaii: 1.22% (410) Alani Makihele, UNLV: 2.30% (435) Snoop Leota-Amaama, Nevada: 2.46% (203) Wes King, Wyoming: 2.80% (357) Bayo Kannike, San Diego State: 2.83% (318) Tavo Motu'apuaka, Utah State: 2.86% (454) Richard Pearce, New Mexico: 2.90% (207) Sione Nomani, San Jose State: 3.03% (462) (📸: @SoteloZhen) *min. 200 PB snaps; data via TruMedia/PFF

@MichaelLasquero Surprised we signed another freshman (rs). Was expecting experienced juco transfer to come as #2 option...

#HawaiiFB lands 6-3, 205-lb quarterback Bjorn Jurgensen to its roster from Virginia. Threw for 58 TDs and ran for 23 more TDs in HS at Bishop Moore Catholic in Orlando before graduating in 2025. Will have four years of eligibility.

Zhen Sotelo has officially declared for the NFL Draft on his Instagram. Sotelo had a dominant 2025 season, totaling 649 pass snaps without allowing a sack or QB hit. Mahalo for being a Warrior, @SoteloZhen 💚 #BRADDAHHOOD #GoBows