The Hawai'i soccer team kicks off its 2026 season against Big 12 rivals during the OUTRIGGER Soccer Kickoff, hosting two matches on campus. The Rainbow Wahine will face No. 23 Texas Tech on August 13 and Kansas State on August 16. This season marks a temporary shift to UH's Lower Campus Field due to renovations at Waipi'o Soccer Stadium and the team's transition to the Mountain West Conference. The matches will be the first encounters with both Texas Tech and Kansas State, following a 3-3 record against Big 12 teams.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai'i鈥檚 all-time record against Big 12 opponents stands at 3-3.
  • This marks UH's first back-to-back matchups against Power 4 opponents since 2015.
State of Play
  • Hawai'i is playing its first seven matches at the newly completed on-campus field.
  • UH owns an 8-4-2 record when playing on campus, with the last match held there in 2019.
What's Next

Following the OUTRIGGER kickoff weekend, the Rainbow Wahine will continue their season, aiming to build momentum in the Mountain West Conference while renewing rivalries with former WAC opponents.

Bottom Line

The 2026 season opener provides a critical opportunity for the Rainbow Wahine to assert themselves in the Mountain West, while showcasing new talent and rekindling competitive spirits against historic rivals.