UH Warriors practice on grass field ahead of Stanford opener

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:36 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

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The Hawaii football team held a Friday practice at ‘Iolani School's Kozuki Stadium to prepare for their season opener against Stanford. Head coach Timmy Chang aimed to familiarize players with the conditions they will encounter at Stanford Stadium, which features a grass field. To simulate game scenarios, players wore the white uniforms designated for the away game. The practice included the top offensive and defensive units running plays against scout teams and various drills for specialists. This session provided an opportunity for players to reconnect with their roots on a grass surface, which some described as a nostalgic experience.

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  • Hawaii Warriors relocated practice to ‘Iolani School for grass field familiarity.
  • Team wore game uniforms to simulate conditions for their opener against Stanford.
  • Practice included warm-ups and play drills with offensive and defensive units.
  • Players expressed positive feelings about practicing on grass, recalling youth experiences.
  • Former UH alumni attended the practice to connect with the team.
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The Hawaii football team packed its gear and went a mile to prepare for next weekend’s season opener against Stanford. The Rainbow Warriors’ usual Friday practice was relocated from the Ching Complex on the Manoa campus to ‘Iolani School’s Kozuki Stadium. “For the guys, we just wanted to give them knowledge of what to expect,” coach Timmy Chang said. Stanford Stadium has a grass field. The ...

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