Ke‘ehi Boys Podcast: The Relievers

Ke‘ehi Boys Podcast: The Relievers

Jan 12, 2026

Ke‘ehi Boys Podcast: The Relievers

HSRN STAFF | HONOLULU
PUBLISHED JANUARY 12, 2026

The latest episode of the Ke‘ehi Boys Podcast offered a deep dive into resilience, growth, and brotherhood within Hawaii Pacific University Sharks Baseball.

Hosted by head coach Dane Fujinaka, the episode featured former HPU pitchers Makana Quia (Waipahu, HI / Waipahu High School) and Mac Leisher (Honolulu, HI / Saint Louis School), alongside current Associate Head Coach and Hitting Coach Richard Higa, who shared the field with both players during his own Sharks career.

Together, the group reflected on winding journeys to HPU, overcoming adversity, and what it truly means to represent Hawai‘i.

Finding a Path to HPU

For Quia, the road to college baseball was anything but direct. A late bloomer out of Waipahu High School, he transformed himself from an overlooked underclassman into a mid-80s arm by his junior year—just as the recruiting landscape shifted due to COVID-19. With limited options, HPU became both a baseball opportunity and a long-term investment in his future.

Leisher’s story carried its own challenges. After training at IMG Academy in Florida and returning home to Saint Louis School, injuries reshaped his trajectory. Multiple UCL tears, spine surgery, and delayed rehab during the pandemic left him searching for stability. HPU provided that chance—one rooted not just in baseball, but in smaller class sizes, family support, and the ability to play at home.

Growth Beyond the Mound

While both pitchers arrived at HPU raw and unpolished, their development extended far beyond velocity and pitch design.

Quia’s transformation was defined by maturity. After narrowly remaining academically eligible early in his career, he overhauled his habits, leaned on teammates for support, and became one of the program’s biggest academic turnaround stories. That discipline translated on the field, where he eventually set the HPU career record for pitching appearances—becoming a model of durability and reliability out of the bullpen.

Leisher’s evolution was fueled by trust—both in his body and himself. Early seasons were shaped by fear of reinjury, but a pivotal shift in mindset unlocked his best baseball. By his final season, he emerged as one of the most impactful relievers in program history, leading the team in bullpen innings and playing a central role in HPU’s first winning season and postseason victories.

Brotherhood, Culture, and Ke‘ehi

Beyond stats and results, the episode highlighted the culture that defines HPU Baseball.

From workouts in dugouts and makeshift weight rooms to late nights at Ke‘ehi Lagoon parking lots, the stories painted a picture of a program built through shared struggle. Higa, who transitioned from teammate to coach, reflected on how trust and relationships carried the program through coaching changes and growing pains.

Those bonds, forged during difficult seasons, ultimately fueled the success that followed.

Life After Baseball

Today, Quia works as a soil inspector while settling into adult life off the field. Leisher has embraced his creative side as a tattoo artist and clothing brand founder, continuing to express pride in Hawai‘i through his work. Though their playing days have ended, both remain deeply connected to the program that shaped them.

As Fujinaka noted, the wins matter—but it’s the relationships, growth, and shared moments that endure long after the final out.

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Erickson’s game-winner delivers resilient Hawai’i over UC Irvine

Erickson’s game-winner delivers resilient Hawai’i over UC Irvine

Jan 10, 2026

Hawai’i upsets UC Irvine in the final moments with Hunter Erickson’s first game-winner as a Rainbow Warrior. | Photo Credit: HSRN

Erickson’s game-winner delivers resilient Hawai’i over UC Irvine

BY PAUL BRECHT | HONOLULU
PUBLISHED JANUARY 10, 2026

HONOLULU – Everyone needs a Hunter Erickson.

The 6-foot-3 guard from Provo, Utah calmly cashed in on a fallaway jumper from 15 feet away as time expired on Saturday night, electrifying nearly 5,000 fans inside Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center as the University of Hawai’i men’s basketball team sent rival UC Irvine off with a 67-66 loss in the final meeting in the islands as conference foes.

“Just thank goodness that we’ve got the one,” teammate and longtime friend Isaac Johnson said after Erickson’s late heroics.

Erickson’s buzzer-beating jumper ended off another war between the Anteaters and Rainbow Warriors that saw 22 lead changes and another 15 times tied, helping the hosts snap a four-game losing streak against UCI.

Hawai’i (12-3, 4-1 Big West) moved to 3-0 following a loss on the season, bouncing back after an uncharacteristic showing on the road against UC San Diego to get right back in the mix at the top of the Big West.

Isaac Johnson paced the Rainbow Warriors in the win, scoring all 15 of his points after halftime to help power an offense that shot nearly 52% from the floor following the first half. The graduate center added five rebounds and a pair of blocks for UH, making the most of his 13 minutes of work as he dealt with foul woes for the majority of the evening.

Harry Rouhliadeff powered the hosts in the first half, scoring 11 of his 14 points in the opening 20 minutes. The senior forward also dished the ball off to Erickson in the waning moments, getting the best look at the game-winner of anyone in the house.

“He’s really deadly around that mid-range spot,” Rouhliadeff said while re-running the game’s final moments in his head. “I was right behind him when it went up and it just looked cash.”

Erickson stuffed the box sheet to go along with his first game-winning buzzer beater since high school, tallying seven points, five rebounds, four assists and three blocks in the win despite shooting just 3-of-10 from the field. Despite his shooting woes earlier in the night, the guard said he knew the final shot was good off of his hand.

“Luckily, I was able to get to a spot that, you know, that’s a shot I practiced a lot,” Erickson said of the buzzer-beating pull-up. “Obviously not the go-to shot during the game most of the time, but at the end of the day when teams are playing good defense, that’s a shot you can always get off, no matter what.”

The ending sequence was a microcosm of the night as a whole.

Erickson’s heroics erased a go-ahead layup from Derin Saran from moments prior. The first half watched the teams trade runs throughout, seeing Hawai’i take a 29-27 advantage into the midway break after a 7-2 run by the Anteaters tied the game moments prior.

The first half for the Rainbow Warriors was a gritty, albeit ugly, effort as two starters saw themselves glued to the bench for a large portion of the period. Isaac Johnson picked up a flagrant foul less than two minutes into the contest while getting double teamed, sending him to the bench for the majority of the opening 20 while Dre Bullock followed closely behind needing to be checked out by the medical staff after taking a shot to the head.

The bench filled in admirably in their absence as Yacine Toumi and Isaiah Kerr provided a couple of valuable buckets to give the hosts an early 17-9 lead with 12:38 left to play in the opening half. UC Irvine responded with a 9-0 run over the next three and a half minutes, taking an 18-17 lead with under nine minutes remaining until halftime as Jovan Jester Jr. hit his lone triple of the game.

Erickson drilled a straightaway 3-pointer following the under-8-minute media timeout, giving Hawai’i back a lead they would not fully relinquish for the rest of the half. Harry Rouhliadeff’s first three of the night pushed the lead back out to six for UH, but the Anteaters would pull back within a pair going into the break as the Rainbow Warriors connected on just four of their final 22 attempts from the floor.

The sides continued battle when play resumed, trading the lead 10 times and tying each other another five in the opening 10 minutes of second half action. UCI sophomore guard Jurian Dixon, the 2024-25 Big West Freshman of the Year, tied the game at 48 with 9:24 left in regulation but Isaac Johnson finally scored his first points of the night with a three from the top of the key to put UH back in front.

Once he got on the board, Big Fish didn’t stop as he followed it up with an old-fashioned three-point play and again from the top of the key to power the Rainbow Warriors to a 61-59 lead with 3:34 left to play.

UC Irvine would not relent, pushing back in front by two with 1:59 remaining after a pair of hits from the charity stripe by guard Derin Saran. Johnson knotted the game back up at 63 with a couple of his own free throw makes and put Hawai’i ahead with 1:11 left with a tough left-handed hook shot over a couple of defenders.

A foul on the Big Fish on the other end sent Dixon to the line, but the sophomore guard split the set of free throws, keeping the Rainbow Warriors up a point with under a minute to play.

With a chance to add some breathing room on the other end, Hawai’i instead turned it over on a baseline out-of-bounds play and saw Saran slip in the last of his game-high 22 points for a go-ahead layup with 11 seconds to play.

Hawai’i did not panic, advancing the ball to the frontcourt and calling timeout with a chance to still snatch a victory against the top-of-conference Anteaters.

Enter Hunter Erickson’s heroics.

Erickson took a pass from Harry Rouhliadeff across the lane and elevated from the free throw line, falling away from the outstretched arms of UCI forward Kyle Evans and hoisting as the clock drained to zero.

“Everything was in slow motion,” Rouhliadeff said chuckling about the moments after he passed the ball off. “When it swished, the crowd popped, I was like what the hell is happening?”

Aaron Hunkin-Claytor provided a massive boost at the point guard spot for the Rainbow Warriors, finishing as the third and final player in double digits with 12 points to go with five rebounds, six assists and two steals in 36 minutes of work. The sophomore guard was tied with forward Gytis Nemeikša for a team-high plus-9.

Nemeikša tacked on seven points, five rebounds, three blocks and two steals off the bench for Hawai’i, who spent 24 minutes and 1 second of the game leading.

The final second mattered the most, sending UH fans home happy as Erickson’s jumper swished through to deliver the most important win of the year so far.

“That was a night I don’t think I or many will forget,” a beaming head coach Eran Ganot said after the victory. “That’s what’s great about the game, or life. Every day, you have no idea, you have great belief and faith that great things can happen and then sometimes there’s moments you’ll never forget.”

UC Irvine (12-6, 5-1 Big West) was paced by Saran’s 22 points while Kyle Evans added 13 points, eight rebounds and four blocks in the loss by the Anteaters. UCI committed 15 turnovers in a game for just the fourth time this season and shot under 39% as a team.

Hawai’i returns to action next Thursday, hitting the road to take on Cal Poly before visiting UC Santa Barbara two days after. The Mustangs have split all three weeks of conference play so far, most recently falling at CSUN before returning home and defeating UC Davis.

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Notes & Quotes: A Late Fight, a Hard Lesson for Hawai‘i Men’s Volleyball

Notes & Quotes: A Late Fight, a Hard Lesson for Hawai‘i Men’s Volleyball

Jan 10, 2026

Notes & Quotes: A Late Fight, a Hard Lesson for Hawai‘i Men’s Volleyball

BY HSRN STAFF | HONOLULU
PUBLISHED JANUARY 10, 2025

After a dominant sweep the night before, the Rainbow Warriors couldn’t complete the series sweep Friday night, falling to a much-improved Loyola Chicago squad in four tightly contested sets, 25-23, 25-22, 24-26, 29-27.

Hawai‘i showed resilience throughout the match — particularly in a dramatic third-set comeback — but Loyola Chicago’s improved serving pressure, blocking presence, and late-set execution proved decisive in the series finale.

What Changed from Night One

Head coach Charlie Wade was quick to credit Loyola Chicago for responding after Thursday’s sweep, noting that the Ramblers were simply sharper in key areas.

“They were better, just straight up,” Wade said. “They touched a lot of balls on the block, and those first two sets we had balls come back on our side to score real points and didn’t. Against a good team, if you let them hang around, they’re going to make plays late.”

Loyola Chicago’s serving, particularly from the setter position, disrupted Hawai‘i’s rhythm early and often, forcing the Rainbow Warriors into more out-of-system swings than the night before.

First Two Sets Slip Away

Hawai‘i held leads in both the opening sets but couldn’t fully capitalize. In Set 1, the Rainbow Warriors battled back late after a significant Loyola service run, closing the gap to 23 before the Ramblers finished the set. Set 2 followed a similar script, with Hawai‘i within striking distance late before Loyola closed it out 25-22.

“We just weren’t quite as crisp and efficient,” Wade said. “Those loose points add up, and at this level you pay for them.”

Third-Set Fight Shows Team Grit

Down two sets and trailing by as many as eight points in the third, Hawai‘i showed its character. The Rainbow Warriors chipped away behind improved serving pressure, strong blocking at the pins, and steady leadership on the floor to pull out a 26-24 win and extend the match.

“You’ve got to love the fight,” Wade said. “To battle back like that and actually win the set says a lot about the team. That’s not easy when you’re down 0-2 and things aren’t going your way.”

Players echoed that sentiment postmatch, pointing to energy from the crowd and belief within the group as the difference during the rally.

“You cannot just give up,” Ofeck Hazan said. “The fire of the guys and the fans pushed us. Everybody came in, served tough, made plays — it changed a lot.”

Fourth Set Goes to the Wire

The fourth set turned into a back-and-forth battle with neither team able to create separation. Hawai‘i fought off multiple match points, but Loyola Chicago ultimately closed the door at 29-27 behind strong out-of-system swings and timely blocking.

Despite the loss, Wade highlighted several positives, including contributions off the bench and the team’s overall response to adversity.

“Kainoa came in and gave us a real spark,” Wade said. “That’s big, knowing he can come off the bench and do that. Early in the season, experiences like this help build character.”

Early-Season Reality Check

With the loss coming in just the fourth match of the season, both coaches and players viewed the result as a valuable early test rather than a setback.

“You get a sense of your own mortality,” Wade said. “Nothing’s a given. You’ve got to earn it every night.”

Players agreed, framing the match as a reminder of the standard required to compete at the highest level.

“It’s a reality check,” Kainoa Wade said. “The whole nation just watched us lose, so now we know what we have to do better. This will help us down the road.”

Hawai‘i moves forward from the split knowing it was pushed — and tested — in ways that could prove valuable later in the season.

By the Numbers

  • Sets: Loyola Chicago def. Hawai‘i, 25-23, 25-22, 24-26, 29-27

  • Attendance: 6,671 at SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center

  • Match Time: 2 hours, 49 minutes

  • Hawai‘i Attack Percentage: .254 (60 kills, 25 errors, 138 attempts)

  • Loyola Chicago Attack Percentage: .231 (48 kills, 18 errors, 130 attempts)

  • Kills Leader (Hawai‘i): Louis Sakanoko – 18

  • Kills Leader (Match): Aleksandar Sosa (LUC) – 19

  • Assists:

    • Hawai‘i – 56

    • Loyola Chicago – 45

  • Aces:

    • Hawai‘i – 6

    • Loyola Chicago – 8

  • Team Blocks:

    • Hawai‘i – 10.5

    • Loyola Chicago – 15.5

  • Longest Set: Fourth set (56 total points)

  • Comeback Moment: Hawai‘i rallied from a late deficit to win Set 3, 26-24, extending the match after trailing two sets to none

  • Series Result: Split series

    • Hawai‘i win (Jan. 8): 25-18, 25-19, 25-15

    • Loyola Chicago win (Jan. 9): 25-23, 25-22, 24-26, 29-27

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Sharks Weekly Goes Course-Side with HPU Men’s & Women’s Golf

Sharks Weekly Goes Course-Side with HPU Men’s & Women’s Golf

Jan 8, 2026

Sharks Weekly Goes Course-Side with HPU Men’s & Women’s Golf

HSRN STAFF | HONOLULU
PUBLISHED JANUARY 8, 2026

Set against the backdrop of Pearl at Kalauao, Hawai‘i Pacific University Men’s and Women’s Golf showcase what it means to train and compete at a championship-level facility. The Sharks’ home course plays a key role in shaping a program defined by discipline, process, and long-term development.

Joining Baylei Furman on Sharks Weekly were Ed Kageyama, along with standout student-athletes Giulana Rovetti, Shuiyun He, and Shion Suzuki. Together, they offered insight into the daily work, mindset, and relationships that define the Sharks golf experience.

Coach Kageyama reflected on the strong start to the season for both programs, particularly the women’s team, which has already posted multiple tournament victories. He emphasized that success on the course is the result of long-term development, senior leadership, and a strong commitment to academics—highlighted by the women’s team’s impressive 3.71 GPA last semester. For Kageyama, recruiting golfers who understand time management and accountability is just as important as talent.

The student-athletes shared what it means to grow within the program. Seniors Shuiyun He and Shion Suzuki discussed stepping into leadership roles and setting the standard for younger teammates, while Rovetti talked about her focus on improving her mental approach and trusting her process in her sophomore season. Across the board, the conversation returned to the importance of confidence, course management, and embracing the mental side of the game.

A unique highlight of the episode was the behind-the-scenes look at team culture—whether it’s pre-round routines, shared travel experiences, or even karaoke-filled car rides designed to ease nerves before competition. Coach Kageyama explained how these moments help players relax, connect, and perform at their best when it matters most.

Broadcasting from Pearl at Kalauao also underscored the advantage HPU golfers enjoy training at a championship-level facility. With extensive practice areas, recent renovations, and exposure to high-level competition, the course provides an environment that prepares Sharks golfers to compete anywhere.

As the episode wrapped up, the players reflected on how being part of HPU Golf has shaped their overall college experience—from traveling across the mainland and abroad to forming lifelong friendships. More than wins and losses, it’s the memories, growth, and shared journey that define their time as Sharks.

Setting the Tone: Panita Thanatharn on Culture, Competition, and 2026

Setting the Tone: Panita Thanatharn on Culture, Competition, and 2026

Jan 7, 2026

Setting the Tone: Panita Thanatharn on Culture, Competition, and 2026

BY HSRN STAFF | HONOLULU
PUBLISHED JANUARY 7, 2025

HONOLULU — A new chapter in Rainbow Wahine softball is officially underway, and excitement is building quickly as first-year head coach Panita Thanatharn leads the University of Hawaiʻi program into the 2026 season.

After a productive fall and a short holiday break, the Rainbow Wahine are back on the field with opening day fast approaching. For Thanatharn, the energy around the team has been noticeable since day one.

“I’m super pumped up,” Thanatharn told the media. “Yesterday was an exciting day after the holidays and breaks. They had a shuttle test that they probably weren’t too excited for, but they killed it. Everything we’ve thrown at them, they’ve really taken it in well, so it’s exciting.”

With the season just about a month away, the focus has been less about instant results and more about building habits, trust, and identity.

Building an Identity — One Day at a Time

Thanatharn has been clear that establishing a culture doesn’t happen overnight. Instead, it’s a daily process rooted in consistency and action.

“It’s more about getting them used to things they haven’t done before and learning each other,” she explained. “We talk a lot about culture, but it’s not overnight. We can talk all we want — we have to do the action too.”

That philosophy has carried over into the team’s routines as well. One of the noticeable changes under the new staff has been a shift to morning workouts, something the players have embraced.

“We changed their routine a little bit. We’re strictly a morning team now, and they’ve all seemed to enjoy that. It’s been awesome,” Thanatharn said.

For the first-year head coach, the adjustment to leading her own program has been seamless so far.

“It’s been great. It’s going by fast — and I think it’s going to go by even faster,” she added.

A Schedule Designed to Test — and Prepare

The 2026 schedule reflects that same mindset. Hawai‘i will play 52 games, including 21 at home, but the early portion of the season is intentionally demanding.

“The pre-season is supposed to get you ready for conference,” Thanatharn said. “That’s the main goal — conference and winning a title. So the pre-season has to put us through the gauntlet a little bit.”

That challenge comes in the form of a 10-game mainland road swing, including back-to-back tournaments at UC Riverside and the prestigious Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic.

“That’s a tough 10-game road trip, and it was kind of designed that way,” she said.

Before hitting the road, the Rainbow Wahine will open the season at home with the Paradise Classic (Feb. 5–7), followed later by the Outrigger Classic (Feb. 26–28) — giving fans multiple chances to see the team early in the year at Rainbow Wahine Softball Stadium.

Big West Conference play will follow, with Hawai‘i battling familiar rivals as the push toward a conference championship and postseason berth begins. The 2026 season also marks the final year competing in the Big West Conference for the Rainbow Wahine, adding extra significance to each league matchup as the program prepares to transition into the Mountain West Conference in the seasons ahead.

Honoring the Past While Building the Future

Thanatharn has also emphasized respect for the program’s history and those who helped build it, while still moving forward with her own vision.

“We’re very grateful for what’s been done here,” she said. “The history and tradition are important. It’s a privilege to honor this program, and the alumni are a huge part of its past and future.”

Her message to the team has been simple: keep improving.

“Our goal is just to keep getting better every single day,” she said. “Honoring the past, but continuing to build.”

Pre-Season Pa‘ina to Kick Off 2026

As the season approaches, the program will also host its first-ever Pre-Season Pa‘ina, giving fans an early chance to connect with the team.

“This is a way to kick off our season, get the community involved, and bring our alumni back,” Thanatharn said. “It’s really an all-for-one event.”

The event will include a player hit-a-thon, a public home run derby — held on the softball field — and a meet-and-greet with the entire team and coaching staff.

“We want it to be fun,” Thanatharn said. “Some bragging rights, some smack talk — just a natural way to bring everyone together.”

The Pre-Season Pa‘ina will be held Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Rainbow Wahine Softball Stadium, with proceeds supporting program development.

CLICK HERE to register by Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

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Pearl City Stays Perfect, Rolls Past Castle 51–28

Pearl City Stays Perfect, Rolls Past Castle 51–28

Jan 7, 2026

Pearl City Stays Perfect, Rolls Past Castle 51–28

The Pearl City Chargers continued their dominant run through league play on Saturday night, pulling away in the second half for a 51–28 victory over the Castle Knights. The win keeps Pearl City unbeaten at 6–0 in OIA Division II action and firmly atop the OIA Division II West standings.

Behind a blistering performance from Riya Tobosa and a suffocating defensive effort after halftime, the Chargers once again showed why they’ve set the pace in Division II this season.

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First-Half Fireworks

Pearl City wasted no time asserting itself, opening the game on a 7–0 run capped by Tobosa’s three-point play. The Knights answered behind Ayjah Maae, who scored Castle’s first 10 points as the visitors trimmed the deficit to 13–10 after one quarter.

Castle briefly found momentum in the second period. A Tia Gaison-Asing triple tied the game at 15–15, but that proved to be the closest the Knights would get the rest of the way. Pearl City responded with a decisive 7–0 run to reclaim control and never looked back.

Tobosa Takes Over

Tobosa was unstoppable from the opening tip. She poured in nine points in the first quarter, then delivered the knockout punch coming out of halftime. Pearl City opened the third quarter on a 10–0 run, stretching the lead to 32–18 and putting the game firmly in Chargers’ hands.

Midway through the period, Tobosa’s putback gave Pearl City a 34–19 advantage — a moment where she had scored as many points as the Knights had as a team. She finished the third quarter with 23 points, and the Chargers led 40–19 heading into the final eight minutes.

Defense and Distance

Pearl City’s defense clamped down after the break, holding Castle without a made field goal in the second half until Gaison-Asing knocked down a three with 4:15 remaining. By then, the Chargers had already built a commanding cushion.

The Chargers were sharp from deep, knocking down five of their six three-pointers in the second half. Kyrie Chen’s triple pushed the lead to a game-high 51–20, capping a night where she also took on the primary defensive assignment against Maae after the opening quarter.

Trinidad Gonzalez Salazar provided a strong second-half spark, scoring 11 of her 14 points after intermission.

By the Numbers

  • Riya Tobosa (Pearl City): Game-high 25 points

  • Trinidad Gonzalez Salazar (Pearl City): 14 points (11 in second half)

  • Ayjah Maae (Castle): 13 points (10 in first quarter)

What’s Next

Pearl City now turns its attention to a marquee regular-season finale against the Kaiser Cougars, but not before the Cougars take care of business in their next outing. Kaiser, currently 5–0 and sitting atop the OIA Division II East, will face McKinley prior to meeting the Chargers.

The Chargers and Cougars are scheduled to meet on January 14 in what could shape up as a showdown between unbeaten division leaders, with postseason positioning on the line as Pearl City looks to close league play on a high note.

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Nov 1, 2025

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