Rainbow Warriors Welcome Utah State for Ultimate Keiki Night Event
The University of Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors are set to host the Utah State Aggies in a Mountain West showdown on Saturday, October 11, at the Clarence T.C. Ching Complex in Honolulu. This highly anticipated match, themed as “Ultimate Keiki Night,” will celebrate the youth of Hawai’i throughout the game.
Game Details
The Rainbow Warriors currently hold a record of 4-2 and are 1-1 in conference play. Conversely, the Aggies come into this match with a record of 3-2 and 1-0 in the Mountain West. Both teams are coming off bye weeks, with UH seeking to break an eight-game losing streak against Utah State.
Promotions and Events
American Savings Bank is sponsoring the event. Fans can take advantage of the “4 Da ‘ohana” ticket package, which offers:
- Four endzone tickets
- One parking pass
- $50 concession vouchers for just $99
Festivities kick off with the tailgating lot opening at 2:00 p.m. Fans are encouraged to join the Warrior Walk at 3:15 p.m., where the team will be introduced on campus.
Pregame Entertainment
A pregame concert featuring Hawaii’s Finest begins at 4:30 p.m., with performances from Johnny Suite. Nicole Ikeda Cossi will sing the national anthem, and American Savings Bank’s Beth Whitehead will perform the coin toss. Notably, 200 keiki will run onto the field alongside the Rainbow Warriors, enhancing the excitement.
Halftime and Activities
During halftime, two teams from NFL Flag Hawai’i will showcase a short exhibition. Additionally, several activities will engage young fans, such as the Raising Canes QB challenge, where participants can win a year’s supply of chicken.
Special guests like Watson Hoohuli, Reggie Dela Cruz, and Marilyn Moniz will be honored during the first quarter. Teams from Rainbow Warrior basketball, Rainbow Wahine basketball, and the UH Swim and Dive team will also take part in a t-shirt toss.
As the game proceeds, world-renowned performer Ohiole Dibua will entertain fans in the stands, ensuring a lively atmosphere.
Upcoming Matchup Insights
This Saturday’s game marks the 20th meeting between these teams. Utah State holds a 13-6 series lead, including a 6-4 advantage in games played in Honolulu. The Aggies have won the last eight encounters, with six wins by over 20 points, including a 55-10 victory last November.
This game is notable as it will be the last matchup between these schools as conference opponents, with Utah State moving to the Pac-12 next season.
Broadcast Information
Fans can catch the action on Spectrum Sports and Spectrum SportsNet. The game will be available for streaming on the Mountain West app, while ESPN Honolulu will provide radio coverage.
Overall, the Ultimate Keiki Night promises to be an exciting and memorable event for the Rainbow Warriors and their supporters.
