The Chaminade University women's volleyball team faced the University of Hawai'i in an exhibition match, marking only their second meeting in 37 years. The Silverswords lost to the Rainbow Wahine in straight sets: 25-20, 25-16, and 25-10, with a fourth set played and won by Hawai'i, 25-13. Senior Tabby Allen led Chaminade with six kills, while the team struggled offensively with just 15 kills overall. The match served as a reunion with former associate head coach Kolby Kanetake, now with Hawai'i. Chaminade prepares to kick off their season at the Hawai'i-Alaska Challenge, facing the University of Alaska Anchorage on Thursday.

By the Numbers
  • Chaminade was held to 15 total kills and posted a negative .035 attack percentage.
  • Hawai'i recorded 46 kills and hit .340 during the match, with Panna Ratkai contributing 13 kills.
State of Play
  • Chaminade's last meeting with Hawai'i was in 1989, highlighting the rarity of this matchup.
  • The team is preparing for the upcoming Hawai'i-Alaska Challenge, where they will play multiple matches in Hilo.
What's Next

Chaminade will open their season against the University of Alaska Anchorage on Thursday, aiming to build on the experience gained from the exhibition match against a strong opponent. A second match against nationally-ranked University of Alaska is also scheduled for Friday.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Chaminade's competitive spirit against a formidable opponent sets the tone for their upcoming season, offering valuable insights into areas needing improvement before facing strong rivals in the Hawai'i-Alaska Challenge.