2025 Rainbow Wahine Soccer Schedule: A Season of Anticipation
HONOLULU – The excitement is palpable as the Hawai’i women’s soccer team gears up to defend its Big West regular season title. With a meticulously crafted 20-match schedule ahead for the 2025 season, announced by head coach Michele Nagamine, fans can expect thrilling performances and intense competition on the field.
Kickoff: A Road to Glory
The Rainbow Wahine will kick off their season on the road on August 14, facing familiar foes Long Beach State in a highly anticipated nonconference showdown. Just three days later, the excitement continues as they battle Pepperdine on August 17 in gorgeous Malibu, California.
Home Sweet Home: OUTRIGGER Soccer Kickoff
The team is set to return to Waipi’o Peninsula Soccer Stadium for an exhilarating 10-match home schedule. Get ready for the OUTRIGGER Soccer Kickoff featuring:
- Central Arkansas on August 21
- Oregon on August 24
The action doesn’t stop there! The Rainbow Wahine will also host the OUTRIGGER No Ka Oi, where they’ll face off against Northern Arizona on August 28 and the 2024 NCAA Tournament team, California Baptist, on August 31.
Challenging Road Matches Ahead
Following a few home games, the squad will hit the road again with matches against Sacramento State and Saint Mary’s. The Rainbow Wahine will then return to home turf for a matchup against Eastern Washington before commencing their conference title defense against Long Beach State on September 18.
High-Stakes Competitions: Rivalry Games
As the season progresses, the pressure mounts — the ‘Bows will close out their road trip with a match against San Diego State on September 21, before hosting last year’s Big West Tournament champion, UC Santa Barbara, on September 28.
Big West Showdowns
As the season reaches its peak, Hawai’i will continue its journey with a challenging Big West stretch against:
- Cal State Fullerton on October 2
- UC Riverside on October 5
They’ll then take a brief respite from the road with a thrilling three-match homestand beginning against Cal Poly on October 9, continuing with matchups against UC San Diego on October 12 and CSUN on October 16.
Final Road Swing and Senior Night
The season will see the Rainbow Wahine embark on their final road trip to UC Davis on October 23 and Cal State Bakersfield on October 26. Finally, they’ll return home to celebrate Senior Night against UC Irvine on October 30.
Join the Excitement!
Every home match promises to be an electrifying experience, and best of all, admission is free! Don’t miss the opportunity to support the Rainbow Wahine as they strive for excellence and aim to claim yet another title.
Conclusion: A Season to Remember
With a rich blend of compelling matchups and the spirit of competition, the 2025 Rainbow Wahine soccer season promises to be an unforgettable journey. Mark your calendars, rally your friends, and get ready to cheer on the team as they chase their championship dreams!
For more insight, stay tuned and check out the official Hawai’i Athletics page for updates and detailed information on the season ahead.
