Hawaii volleyball team benefits from strong booster support and community ties
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:06 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
College SportsThe University of Hawaii men's volleyball program is bolstered by the commitment of local boosters who provide post-game meals and snacks. Tammy Namihira coordinates the efforts of around 60 volunteers to ensure players receive nourishment after matches, fostering a sense of community. This team spirit has contributed to the team's success, including three national championships under coach Charlie Wade in six seasons. The players, often from diverse backgrounds, express gratitude for the local hospitality, which helps integrate them into Hawaiian culture. Educational initiatives in schools further reinforce this connection, enabling students to engage with the team and its athletes.
- •Tammy Namihira coordinates post-game meals for Hawaii volleyball players.
- •Boosters help provide community support, ensuring players are fed after games.
- •The team has won three national championships in the last six seasons.
- •Local schools engage students by incorporating volleyball topics into lessons.
- •Players express appreciation for the hospitality and local culture.
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"Long after the arena is nearly empty, the aroma of fried rice has replaced that of garlic fries. “Sometimes we have too much food,” Tammy Namihira says. “We try to feed the arena crew, too.” If the players had a post-match autograph session, it might be a very long time between meals. Their pregame meal was around 3 p.m., and by the time they finally sit down, many are running on fumes. But ...
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