Hawai'i

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Rainbow Warriors and Rainbow Wāhine embody the warrior spirit and rich cultural heritage of Hawaii. Competing in NCAA Division I’s Big West Conference, they excel in a vibrant athletic tradition symbolized by green, black, silver, and white. The Rainbow Wāhine women’s volleyball program stands as a national powerhouse with four national championships (three NCAA, one AIAW) and an unparalleled streak of NCAA Tournament appearances since 1993. Playing in the Stan Sheriff Center, they represent sustained elite competition reflecting Hawaiian warrior values. Men's volleyball recently reached new heights, claiming NCAA back-to-back national titles in 2021 and 2022, underscoring Rainbow Warrior dominance. The football program wrote history as the third non-automatic qualifying BCS team to reach a BCS bowl—the 2008 Sugar Bowl—following an undefeated regular season led by coach June Jones. Baseball’s runner-up finish in the 1980 College World Series and softball’s 2010 Women’s College World Series appearance cement the program’s competitive breadth. The legendary rainbow that appeared during a 1923 upset over Oregon State has become a symbol of hope and excellence. Together, the Rainbow Warriors and Rainbow Wāhine uphold championship traditions rooted in island heritage and extraordinary competitive passion.