Hawaii Men’s Basketball Kicks Off 2026 Season This Weekend

HONOLULU (Hawaii News Now) – The University of Hawaii men’s basketball team is preparing to launch its 2026 season this weekend. The Rainbow Warriors will compete against Hawaii Pacific University in an exhibition game on Sunday at Bankoh Arena, located at the Stan Sheriff Center. Admission is free, providing fans an opportunity to see the revamped roster for the first time.

This season, UH welcomes 13 new players as they aim to build upon last year’s success, which included winning the Big West title and participating in March Madness as they transition into the Mountain West Conference. Head coach Eran Ganot expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “It really means we’re closer and closer to tipping off, which we’re really excited about.” Guard Isaiah Kerr also shared the team’s excitement, noting their diligent preparation. The game is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. Hawaii time, followed by an autograph session with the players.