The Hawaii Sports Fans Channel

Unwashed Jerseys, Big Stakes, and a Title Chase

Hawaii Men’s Volleyball is chasing the biggest prize in the sport, and we ask whether this is the team that can finish the job and win it all. Along the way, we look at the success of the program’s jersey auctions, including the attention-grabbing “unwashed” twist, and why Hawaii should lean even harder into creative fan engagement. We also discuss Jordan Lucas and the national buzz he brought into Hawaii after turning heads last week. Championship pressure, smart marketing, and star power all collide in this episode. (And we beat the 13th Game drum for UH Football. Again.)

Shock & Sendoff: Ganot Stays, Beeman Says Goodbye

Hawaii hoops just got messy: Laura Beeman is walking away after 14 seasons, and Eran Ganot—on the last year of his deal—was handed another leash by the AD. The boys dig into what these moves mean for both programs.

Plus: UH men’s volleyball is rolling into postseason— is an NCAA berth all but guaranteed?

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Ganot or Cannot: Is the Head Coach Coming Back?

After a quick exit at the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, UH now faces the reality of a sticky coaching situation. Has Eran Ganot done enough to keep his job?

The Volleybows made a statement in Long Beach, winning two matches in two nights, tasting victory for the the first time in over a decade at the Pyramid, Night 2 in straight sets. Why this was huge for many reasons.

The NFL Draft is coming– who we see from Coach Timmy's squad getting that coveted call.

Wow! We had an amazing trip in Portland at the Big Dance and immediately to LA for UH MVB and Dodgers/Angels from the Diamond Club. Make sure you know about our next trip at www.hisportsfans.com/tours.

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Ten Years Later: Hawai‘i Punches a Ticket – Upset Alert?

The Rainbow Warriors are back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since Coach Ganot's first year 2016, and the vibe is at a high. Has it been enough to bring the Head Coach back?

We talk realistic upset scenarios, the affect NIL and the Transfer Portal has had, and the moments that could flip the bracket. (The Boys both believe you should only make one.)

Then it's a full UH roundup––from Wahine Basketball to Men's Volleyball, what to look for down the stretch and how you can join Hawaii Sports Fans to see the 'Bows on the road (www.HIsportsfans.com) and even in Portland as they take on Arkansas in the Big Dance.

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UH Does Not Want a 13th Game

The Hawaii Football schedule was finally released, and for another year, there are only 12 games, UH once again not taking advantage of the rule created for them.

Why? And– are the Fans being robbed of more football?

We check in on every active UH program as we prepare for UH MVB and Dodgers on the road with HIsportsfans.com. Make sure you're on the email list!

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FCS Powerhouse Joins Mountain West

Winning 10 of the last 15 national titles at the FCS level, North Dakota State is fast-tracking its transition to the FBS, joining the Mountain West just in time for the 2026 season; so what does this mean for the conference and UH, adding a team that's looking to get into the College Football Playoff as early as next year?

But first, the Boys take you back to the Bay Area to recount one of the best Super Bowl VIP Tours in Hawaii Sports Fans history and to hear what it's like to see your team win it all - like Sean did on Sunday - and why you should book with the company that's been to THE sporting event in America, 10 of the last 12 years. You're not gonna wanna miss all the places we ate at!

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The Boys Head to Super Bowl LX

We're down to the final two teams in the NFL, and our co-host, Sean, president of the Honolulu Seahawkers is heading to the Bay to see his team in the Super Bowl for the first time.

With Hawaii Sports Fans taking VIPs to the ultimate sporting event for over a decade now, Wayne fills you in on all you need to know regarding how to get into the game; there's no way easier than joining your hosts at www.HIsportsfans.com where you get the lowest price without the risk plus a patented HSF sports trip to help you make the most of your time in the city.

We check in on UH Football - the transfer portal bringing fresh faces to the Islands - and discuss the latest surrounding a Timmy Chang contract extension.

Make sure you're following us on Instagram @hisportsfans @rainbowwrapup for all our reports from the Super Bowl plus get the lastest news regarding our BTS - our premium seats are filling fast! - and UH MVB tours.

Live from The Stan: Why the Portal Is Everyone's Problem

From the tippy top row of the Stan Sheriff Center, the Boys discuss the afterglow of the glorious Hawaii Bowl win and its affect on the entire state, all during the first set of UH MVB vs Loyola-Chicago, Night 1.

The Portal door goes both way: how the portal can be positive for Football like it is for MVB. And why Wahine sports will suffer first in the age of NIL.

See national title-contending #HawaiIMVB on the road with us in Pennsylvania and California. Make sure you leave your email at www.HIsportsfans.com. But hurry! Deadline's this week for PA.

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The Hawaii Bowl "Brawl" And Our Top Stories of 2025

We get "real real" in this episode, our last of the year! From the disappointment of having a post-game fight distract from an epic game to why you should expect more players to transfer, we tackle the subjects the media is too uncomfortable to cover.

Sean reveals his Top 10 UH Storylines of 2025, starting with #10, The Decline of UH WVB– you don't wanna miss the rest in a truly transformative year for Hawaii Athletics.

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The Tour season ramps up again starting in January with UH MVB in Central Pennsylvania; join us at www.HIsportsfans.com

What A Comeback! Down 21, UH Stuns Cal in the Hawaii Bowl

A game that lived up to the hype, the 2025 Hawaii Bowl will go down as one of the great wins in Rainbow Warrior History.

Sean gives his report card, and the boys talk about what happens next for the 'Bows and Coach Chang, who begin the long off-season, hoping not to lose anymore players.

You can still get the Black Friday deal - $800 off - on the UH MVB NIL Tournament VIP Tour in February. Make sure you're on our list at www.HIsportsfans.com.

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