Off The Bench December 1 2023
Josh Pacheco and Hunter Hughes follow the Pac-12 Championships between Oregon and Washington, discuss the college football playoffs matchups and resumes, touch on a name to watch in the Nevada coaching search, and more.

Josh Pacheco and Hunter Hughes follow the Pac-12 Championships between Oregon and Washington, discuss the college football playoffs matchups and resumes, touch on a name to watch in the Nevada coaching search, and more.
Saint Louis Basketball Head Coach Dan Hale joined the Sports Animals this morning to talk about the upcoming season.
Kanoa Leahey with Brian McInnis from the Spectrum News App go through what is to come with Oregon/Washington in the Pac-12 Championship, the Mountain West scheduling agreement, talk with Billy Hull covering Rainbow Wahine Volleyball in Eugene, and more.
Gary and Chris talk Hawaii Athletics, from the upset win for the Rainbow Wahine yesterday in the NCAA Women's Volleyball Tournament, to a disappointing loss for the men's basketball team against Utah. All amid some breaking news going down in the Mountain West.
Kanoa Leahey and KHON2 Sports Director Rob DeMello share their thoughts on the Timmy Chang Era following the 2023 Season, Chevan Cordeiro's Hawaii Bowl return, and more.
Chris and Gary are joined by Billy Hull from the Star Advertiser to talk about the first round of the NCAA Women's Volleyball Tournament between Hawaii and Iowa State today on ESPN Honolulu. Wally Marciel, Kailua Basketball coach, comes onto the show to talk about the Kailua Surfrider Classic starting today, of which will be broadcasted on CBS 1500.
Bobby is joined by Rod York, head football coach at Mililani, to discuss the season for his Trojans and how he manages his players both on and off the field.
The Rainbow Warriors conclude their 2023 season with a thrilling win over Colorado State on senior night. University of Hawaii placekicker, Matthew Shipley drills a career-long 51-yard field goal as time expires to lift Hawaii to a 27-24 win. Mahalo to HawaiiUSA FCU, Spectrum, and Battery Bill's for sponsoring Hawaii Football Now!
Josh Pacheco and Hunter Hughes discuss a Brayden Schager transfer portal scare, the NIL, brainstorm nicknames, and more.
Kanoa Leahey on the transfer portal and a tweet scare, the NBA in season tournament, and college football rivalries with Billy Hull of the Honolulu Star Advertise r on the continent for Wahine Volleyball in the NCAA tournament.
Chris and Gary talk Hawaii men's basketball and Rainbow Wahine volleyball as both are preparing for a full week this weekend, as well as talking plenty of Rainbow Warrior Men's Volleyball today. Craig Angelos and Charlie Wade both join the show today to discuss a new seating format for Rainbow Warrior Volleyball this season, and Bobby Curran joins the show to talk about the upcoming Utah game tomorrow.
Bobby talks Hawaii sports, from Rainbow Warrior basketball and football to Rainbow Wahine basketball and volleyball going on this week. Associate basketball head coach John Montgomery joins Bobby in Utah to discuss his Rainbow Warriors as they prepare for a big, literally, test in facing the Utah Utes tomorrow at the Delta Center.
Daren talks to Koa Kumai from Windward Collectibles to talk about their shop in Kaneohe and why past Pokemon and Magic, there is a surprising next most popular TCG represented on the Windward side.
Josh and Hunter continue to breakdown the regular season finale of Hawaii football, as well as react to the new College Football Playoff Poll with an interesting entrant at the number four spot that some people wouldn't think would be there... Arnold Martinez joins the show for the final Tuesday Turnaround of the season, and look ahead to the recruiting season for Hawaii football and to 2024.
Kanoa Leahey with Lori Santi on the topic of Hawaii Football season finale, transfer portal reports, and keeping those key players. Plus a look at the MWC Championship, discussing Rainbow Wahine Basketball adjusting to changes, and more. Guest today is Rainbow Wahine Volleyball Assistant Coach Kaleo Baxter.
Chris Hart and Gary Dickman talk coaching storylines in College Football, the situation with Nick Rolovich, and more. Guests today include Head Coach Laura Beeman on Wahine Basketball and play-by-play voice Tiff Wells on Wahine Volleyball.
Bobby Curran with takes on High School Football across the island and talking with Lahainaluna Athletic Director Jon Conrad.
Josh Pacheco and Hunter Hughes breakdown the Rainbow Warrior Football victory over Colorado State, the role of special teams, Senior Night, and more. Also, a look at Mountain West Power Rankings and a caption contest using a snapshot of Hunter's end of game celebration. Guest today is Warrior Football Placekicker Ben Falck.
Kanoa Leahey with Rich Miano following a highly eventful week for Hawaii sports, particularly looking at the HHSAA Open Division championship win for Kahuku over Mililani, Warrior Football's season closer against Colorado State, and more. Guest today is Rainbow Warrior Football senior, Andrew Choi.
Chris and Gary celebrate an impressive weekend of winning for Hawaii Athletics, with the Rainbow Wahine winning the Big West Conference, men's basketball winning the Acrisure Invitational and a dramatic win for Hawaii football. John Veneri joins the show to recount the rollercoaster of emotions from Saturday's victory over Colorado State. Timmy Chang joins the show to give his perspective from the game on Saturday night, as well as his future plans as the recruiting process starts to hike up wit...
Bobby breaks down a successful weekend for Hawaii Athletics, and brings in Rich Miano to break down a dramatic finish for the Rainbow Warrior football season, as well as a great weekend of Hawaii high school football.
The Rainbow Warriors fell to Wyoming 42-9 in their final road game of the year and were officially deemed bowl-ineligible. However, they look to finish strong in their final game of the 2023 season against a formidable opponent in Colorado State. The Bows will also celebrate 15 seniors who will play their final game as Rainbow Warriors. Hawaii Football Now is sponsored by HawaiiUSA FCU, Spectrum, and Battery Bill's
Josh and Hunter debate the most important of Thanksgiving topics, from sides to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as highlighting the Allstate Maui Invitational. The guys also talk about Hawaii football as the season finale comes on Saturday night for senior night.
Tanner Haworth filling in going over the results of yesterdays Maui Invitational and predictions for today's match ups, looking over Warrior Basketball and last nights victory, Week 12 of the NFL, and more.
Gary Dickman and Chris Hart talk with Ryan Kalei Tsuji on Rainbow Wahine Volleyball, Lori Santi on Wahine Basketball, Mark Veneri on Warrior Football, and Jordan Locquiao on exciting events at Midas Hawaii.
Bobby Curran looking at High School Football with Rich Miano, Hawaii Football and Colorado State, and talking Thanksgiving plans and traditions.
Tanner Haworth filling in talking Rainbow Warrior Football issues with the offensive line and identity, looking ahead to senior night, and more.
Chris Hart and Gary Dickman come to you following the start of the Allstate Maui Invitational, talk Rainbow Warrior Basketball matchups, and more. Guests today include Keith Amemiya on NIL deals, Tiff Wells on Rainbow Wahine Volleyball, and Dr. Nathan Murata from H-CAMP.
Bobby Curran brings you his takes on matchups and rivalries right now in college football, the NFL, and more. Guest today is Brent Beaird from First Coast News.
Josh Pacheco filling in today as he talks the recent narrative of whether or not Hawaii Football belongs in the FBS division, the start of the Maui Invitational, and more.