Robyn Ah Mow Announces Retirement as University of Hawai'i Women's Volleyball Head Coach After nine years as the head coach of the University of Hawai'i women's volleyball program, Robyn Ah Mow has officially stepped down from her position. Ah Mow, who led the Rainbow Wahine through a transformative era, cited family priorities as the primary reason for her decision. "This wasn't an easy call to make," she said. "I've done a lot of soul searching, and right now the time has come to focus on my family. They've sacrificed so much to allow me to live out my dream of leading this program, and it's time I put them first." Ah Mow emphasized her commitment to the players, stating her goal was to "push these players to be the best they could be" while ensuring they "leave here as strong, successful women." Associate Head Coach Kaleo Baxter will serve as interim head coach while a national search for a permanent replacement is conducted. Ah Mow’s tenure concluded with a 165-72 overall record (.696 winning percentage) and a 114-28 mark (.803) in the Big West Conference. Her teams secured three consecutive Big West regular-season championships (2019, 2021, 2022) and two consecutive Big West Championship titles (2023, 2024). She guided the 'Bows to seven NCAA Tournament appearances, including a run to the NCAA Regional Semifinals in 2019. Ah Mow was named Big West Coach of the Year three times (2019, 2021, 2022) and earned AVCA Pacific North Region Coach of the Year honors in 2019. Ah Mow’s legacy at the University of Hawai'i extends beyond her coaching achievements. She succeeded legendary coach Dave Shoji in 2017, continuing a tradition of excellence that dates back to her playing days.#big_west_conference #university_of_hawai_i #kaleo_baxter #robyn_ah_mow #uh_athletics_director
Robyn Ah Mow Steps Down as Rainbow Wahine Volleyball Head Coach After nine years as the head coach for the University of Hawaii Rainbow Wahine volleyball team, Robyn Ah Mow announced her resignation, effective immediately, following a decision she described as deeply personal and difficult. Ah Mow, who succeeded legendary coach Dave Shoji in 2017, cited family obligations as the primary reason for her departure. In a statement, she acknowledged the emotional weight of the decision, emphasizing the sacrifices her family made to support her career. “The time has come to focus on my family,” she said, reflecting on the years spent balancing her coaching responsibilities with her personal life. Ah Mow’s tenure as head coach was marked by significant achievements, including a 165-72 overall record and a 114-28 mark in the Big West Conference, which earned her three Big West Coach of the Year honors. Her leadership also led the team to seven NCAA tournament appearances, solidifying her legacy as one of the program’s most successful coaches. Prior to her coaching career, Ah Mow was a standout player at the University of Hawaii, earning recognition as a volleyball icon and later competing as an Olympic silver medalist with Team USA in 2008. The announcement came just weeks before the start of the new academic year, a timing that raised questions among observers. Ryan Kalei Tsuji, a UH volleyball analyst, expressed surprise at the decision, noting the short notice and the challenges of stepping down so close to the season. “It’s a little shocking,” Tsuji said, acknowledging the complexity of the situation. “Making such a decision three to four months before the season begins, especially with the school year calendar in motion, must have been incredibly difficult.#university_of_hawaii #robyn_ah_mow #rainbow_wahine #kaleo_baxter #ryan_kalei_tsuji
