The Hawai'i women's soccer team suffered a 3-1 defeat to Western Michigan in their OUTRIGGER Invitational opener. The team fell behind early, with the Broncos scoring three goals in the first half. Despite a spirited second-half performance, Hawai'i could only manage a single goal, scored by freshman Olivia Dianda. The Rainbow Wahine matched the Broncos with 12 shots but struggled to find the net earlier in the match. Next up, they face former WAC rival Idaho on Saturday.

By the Numbers
  • Hawai'i had a total of 12 shots, equal to Western Michigan.
  • Olivia Dianda scored her first career goal in the 56th minute.
  • Kennedy Justin made six saves, bringing her career total to 121.
State of Play
  • Hawai'i fell behind 3-0 at halftime, unable to recover fully in the second half.
  • The next match is scheduled against Idaho at the UH Lower Campus Field.
  • Freshman midfielder Jas Cayetano and senior forward Anuhea Aluli were notable in their offensive efforts.
What's Next

The Rainbow Wahine will look to bounce back against Idaho, aiming to enhance their offensive efficiency and rectify defensive issues from the previous match.

Bottom Line

Despite a challenging opener, Hawai'i showed resilience; however, they need to convert more opportunities to secure future victories.