Sato and Rodriguez advance to quarterfinals at Manoa Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:33 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

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Summary

Jordan Sato and Sam Rodriguez secured their spots in the quarterfinals of the Manoa Cup after both defeating their opponents 4&3 on Thursday. Sato beat Spencer Shishido while Rodriguez overcame Drew Tom. The matches took place at Oahu Country Club, where both players relied on their caddies’ experience and support. Rodriguez, who is making a return to competitive golf after 16 years, credits his grandfather for his journey. Sato will face Ka’ena Kaulia in the quarters, with Rodriguez set to compete against Jordan Takai, as the tournament progresses through the bracket.

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By the Numbers

•Sato and Rodriguez won their third-round matches 4&3
•Sato faces Ka’ena Kaulia next and Rodriguez meets Jordan Takai
•Rodriguez returns to the Manoa Cup after 16 years
•Both players had successful rounds guided by experienced caddies
•Other quarterfinal matchups include Maximus Waki vs. Ryan Takeshita

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9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Sato, Rodriguez oust Manoa Cup medalists, head to quarters

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The Turk visited past champions of the Manoa Cup on Wednesday and came for the medalists on Thursday. A day after Brandan Kop and Josh Hayashida fell in the second round, Sam Rodriguez beat Drew Tom and Jordan Sato topped Spencer Shishido in the third round, both 4&3. Tom and Shishido shot 68s in qualifying, while Sato carded a 73 and Rodriguez came home with a 72. Those scores mean little ...
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