Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Volleyball Dominates Division II Opponents
The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors men's volleyball team showcased their strength by defeating two NCAA Division II teams, Rockhurst University and Roberts Wesleyan University, in a series of matches held in Manoa. The Warriors secured victories in all but one match, with a notable four-set win against Rockhurst. The team utilized this opportunity to rest several regular starters while allowing their "B-side" players to gain valuable experience.
In the opening match against Roberts Wesleyan, sophomore Kainoa Wade excelled with a career-high 21 kills, while freshman Thatcher Fahlbusch made an impressive debut with six kills and an ace. Freshman setter Magnus Hettervik also made his first start, contributing 22 assists. The second match featured returning starters who faced a brief challenge from Rockhurst but ultimately triumphed in four sets, led by Adrien Roure and Kristian Titiryski, each with 15 kills.
The Warriors continued their winning streak by sweeping Rockhurst again in the following match, with standout performances from Louis Sakanoko and Roure. Wade capped off the week with another strong performance against Roberts Wesleyan, totaling 27 kills across both matches. The team is set to embark on their next road trip to face Saint Francis and Penn State.
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