The University of Hawai'i women's volleyball team, under new head coach Joshua Walker, is set to debut in 2026 with two exhibition matches against UH Hilo and Chaminade. The Rainbow Wahine will first play the Vulcans on Saturday, with a keiki clinic to precede the match on Friday. Following that, they'll face Chaminade on August 17, offering free admission. This season marks a new era for the program as they transition to the Mountain West Conference and prepare for the Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic.

By the Numbers
  • UH leads the all-time series against UH Hilo 24-0.
  • Chaminade posted a 16-14 record last season in the PacWest.
State of Play
  • Hawai'i recently joined the Mountain West as a full member on July 1.
  • Eight returning players include four all-conference honorees.
What's Next

The Rainbow Wahine will officially start their season on August 28 at the Hawaiian Airlines Wahine Volleyball Classic, facing Georgia Southern. The success of the exhibition matches could set the tone for their transition into the new conference.

Bottom Line

This season is pivotal for the Rainbow Wahine, as they embark on a new journey under Joshua Walker's leadership while seeking to build on their storied legacy in a competitive Mountain West environment.