Ben

Congrats to all the graduates today, only big things to come 🎓💚

Graduated with my Masters in Finance from the University of Hawai’i !

@Atkinson_Scotty @CodyHawkins @BengalGridiron Coach Scotty ! Congrats brother !

#HawaiiFB Banquet Season Awards: Alec Waterhouse MVP: @Camstone_2 June Jones Off. MVP: @DecambraKaena Bob Wagner Def. MVP: Elijah Robinson Dick Tomey ST MVP: @BorrowLucas Ben Yee Most Inspirational Player: @LoganTaylor_6 Jenny Matsuda Scholar Athlete: @TheBenFalck (1/2)

@cwangelos Thank you for in your time changing the status quo of Hawai’i Athletics

When I said it would be a dream to serve as the Athletics Director at the University of Hawai'i—I  truly meant it. I thoroughly enjoyed my time here, I loved the people and this community. That’s why I was completely blindsided when I learned of the outgoing President's decision to part ways. When I asked for the reason, he cited my performance—a response that absolutely shocked me because I thought things had been going pretty well for our athletics department. In a short amount of time, I believe we accomplished so much like creating new revenue streams, hiring a ticket sales team, revamping fundraising efforts, focusing on NIL initiatives, navigating the effects of the NCAA House settlement, securing a place in the Mountain West Conference while eliminating travel subsidies, arranging charter flights for the football team, negotiating a record-breaking apparel deal, developing a facilities master plan, collaborating with the stadium authority on the new Aloha Stadium project, and balancing the budget for the past two years. There is still much more to be done, but I thought we were on the right track. I understand some may wonder if there were other factors contributing to the separation, especially if my performance seemed to be going well. I want to assure everyone that there is no “smoking gun” here—no hint of impropriety or malfeasance, either personally or professionally. I have always treated people with kindness and respect and have done what is best for the athletic department at all times. While my record speaks for itself, I remain grateful to the President for hiring me and giving me the opportunity to serve as the Athletic Director at the University of Hawai'i. It was truly an honor. As I move forward, I want to sincerely thank everyone for their support. I am especially grateful to the student-athletes, head and assistant coaches, staff, tremendous donors, the Board of Regents, legislators, and all the friends of the program. Throughout my time here, I always felt a tremendous amount of support from them. I loved being here and am truly saddened to be leaving. Nevertheless, I depart with my head held high, grateful for the opportunity to have been part of this community. I take pride in knowing we did things the right way and achieved meaningful results. Now, it's time to move forward and seek the next great opportunity in intercollegiate athletics—a career I have loved for 30 years. So for the last time….Go Bows!!!! Craig Angelos

Worse decision making than the Stevie Wonder Blunder …

Such a special moment for my teammate and his ohana. Travis Sims got to present to his son Landon a very special award that made all the hard work worth it. After a highlight video Timmy introduced the bruising back of the early 90s Travis Sims @Mitch_Riberal @RobDeMelloKHON

HUGE SACK for @_Rileywilsonn!!! #GoGriz

Grateful to have you apart of my life the past 4 years. You are going to do great things and excited for your future. Best roommate and friend I could ever ask for, go be great .

He caused problems for the offense all day, and now Riley Wilson is your player of the game! #GoGriz

DETMER update! Davis Brin climbs back to the top of the charts, barely edging out his closest competition, Brayden Schager and Bayden Fowler-Nicolosi. It feels like a three man race heading into the last part of the season - will anyone else be able to chase down the leaders?

SURPRISE ‼️ @TheBenFalck 🤝 @IkJalen #BRADDAHHOOD x #GoBows

A little love for our specialists 🤙 #BRADDAHHOOD x #GoBows

The College dudes are back in town! University of Idaho (@Richaard4800) UNLV (@andre_meono) San Jose State (@tschive) University of Hawai’i (@TheBenFalck) #NextLevelKicking #TeamSailer #TrainWithTheBest

Aloha Friday 🤙

Missing a few, but the 2023 Hawai’i Specialists are going to be a problem this fall! Trusted the process and got better every day this spring. Time to go execute! #OSOK #Braddahhood

Please join The Braddahhood in wishing @jake_farrell12 a very happy birthday today! #BRADDAHHOOD