The Hawai'i soccer team continues its season-opening homestand this week with the OUTRIGGER Invitational, featuring matches against Western Michigan and Idaho. The Rainbow Wahine face Western Michigan for the first time ever on Thursday, August 20, while they renew a rivalry with Idaho on Saturday, marking the two teams' 10th meeting. After tough matches against Big 12 schools Texas Tech and Kansas State, UH aims to build momentum at home.

By the Numbers
  • The Rainbow Wahine are 5-0-1 all-time against teams from the MAC.
  • In the first two matches, freshmen contributed 509 total minutes of play for the team.
State of Play
  • UH is hosting its first seven matches in M膩noa after relocating from Waipi'o Peninsula Soccer Stadium.
  • Freshman Anuhea Aluli scored the team's first goal of the season in just her second match.
What's Next

Following the OUTRIGGER Invitational, the Rainbow Wahine will take on Pac-12 opponent Washington State in their final nonconference home tournament, testing their readiness for conference play ahead.

Bottom Line

The Rainbow Wahine have the potential to gain valuable momentum if they can capitalize on their home advantage during the OUTRIGGER Invitational. Building on their early matches, they could set a strong foundation for the remainder of the season.