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
Women's Basketball Opens Final Big West Road Trip at UC Riverside The University of Hawai'i women's basketball team began its final Big West Conference road trip on March 3, 2026, with a matchup against the UC Riverside Highlanders. The game marked the conclusion of a three-game road swing for the Rainbow Warriors, who faced a challenging schedule against conference opponents. The series between the two teams has been competitive, with the University of Hawai'i holding an overall advantage of 18-9 in the head-to-head matchup. However, UC Riverside has recently turned the tide, winning the last two meetings. The most recent encounter took place on January 1, 2026, in Honolulu, where UC Riverside defeated Hawai'i 65-58. This game presented an opportunity for Hawai'i to extend its winning streak against the Highlanders, but the team faced a daunting challenge. UC Riverside's recent success has been fueled by its strong defensive play and balanced scoring, making them a formidable opponent. The Rainbow Warriors would need to rely on their key players to secure a victory. Among the standout performers for Hawai'i were Imani Perez, who wore the number 12 jersey, Bailey Flavell in number 3, and Saniyah Neverson, who donned number 33. These players were expected to play pivotal roles in the team's strategy, combining their skills to counter UC Riverside's strengths. The game would test Hawai'i's ability to adapt and maintain composure under pressure, especially as they aimed to finish their conference road trip on a positive note.#bailey_flavell #big_west_conference #uc_riverside #university_of_hawai_i #imani_perez
