UH softball sweeps doubleheader against UC San Diego

Rainbow Wahine win pair of games in San Diego

Apr. 19, 2026 at 4:05pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a softball game broken down into fragmented geometric shapes and planes in shades of blue, green, and yellow, conveying the dynamic action and competitive spirit of the sport.Hawaii's softball team continues its late-season surge with a dominant doubleheader sweep, showcasing the program's resilience and championship aspirations.San Diego Today

The University of Hawaii softball team swept a doubleheader against UC San Diego on Saturday, winning the first game 10-5 and the second game 1-0. In the first game, Kayara Tuiloma had a big day at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored, and four RBIs to lead Hawaii's comeback. In the second game, Taryn Irimata pitched a five-hit shutout with nine strikeouts to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This sweep against UC San Diego continues Hawaii's strong recent play, as the Rainbow Wahine have now won six of their last seven games. The two wins also improve Hawaii's overall record to 23-18 and their Big West Conference record to 15-6, keeping them in the hunt for the conference title.

The details

In the first game, Hawaii fell behind early 5-1 but then scored nine unanswered runs from the fifth through seventh innings to rally for the 10-5 victory. Tuiloma led the charge, while Jamie McGaughey homered and drove in two runs, and Carys Murakami scored twice. In the second game, Irimata's dominant pitching performance, combined with a solo home run by Milan Ah Yat in the second inning, gave Hawaii the 1-0 win. UC San Diego pitcher Callie Howard also pitched well in the loss, tossing a five-hitter.

  • The doubleheader took place on Saturday, April 19, 2026 in San Diego, California.
  • Hawaii has now won six of its last seven games.

The players

Kayara Tuiloma

A Hawaii softball player who went 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored, and four RBIs in the first game of the doubleheader.

Taryn Irimata

The Hawaii pitcher who threw a five-hit shutout with nine strikeouts in the second game of the doubleheader.

Milan Ah Yat

The Hawaii player who hit a solo home run in the second inning of the second game to provide the winning run.

Callie Howard

The UC San Diego pitcher who threw a five-hitter in the second game loss.

University of Hawaii

The college softball team that swept the doubleheader against UC San Diego, improving their overall record to 23-18 and their Big West Conference record to 15-6.

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The takeaway

Hawaii's softball team continues to show its resilience and ability to win close games, sweeping this doubleheader against UC San Diego to maintain their position in the hunt for the Big West Conference title. The Rainbow Wahine's combination of timely hitting and strong pitching has them playing their best softball of the season at the right time.