Coach H Scholarship Applications Open

The Lo'i Collective Foundation will award four $500 scholarships to student-athletes from Roosevelt and Molokai High Schools.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Lo'i Collective Foundation has announced that applications are now open for the Coach H Scholarship, which will award four $500 scholarships to high school senior student-athletes from Roosevelt and Molokai High Schools who demonstrate excellence in academics, athletics, and community leadership.

Why it matters

The Coach H Scholarship honors the legacy of Peter Haliniak Jr., a beloved coach who had a profound impact on student-athletes in Hawaii over his 50-year career. The scholarship aims to continue Coach H's commitment to supporting and uplifting young athletes as they pursue their educational and career goals.

The details

To qualify for the Coach H Scholarship, applicants must be high school seniors who have participated in a varsity sport for at least two consecutive years, maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and provided documentation of community service participation. Each high school will have one male and one female scholarship recipient.

  • Applications for the Coach H Scholarship are due by March 31, 2026 at 4 p.m.
  • The scholarship recipients will be notified within two weeks following the final interview process.

The players

Peter Haliniak Jr.

Also known as 'Coach H' or 'Mister H', he was a dedicated coach and athlete who influenced countless student-athletes throughout Hawaii during his more than 50-year coaching career.

The Lo'i Collective Foundation

A foundation that is continuing Coach H's legacy by awarding scholarships to student-athletes from Roosevelt and Molokai High Schools.

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What they’re saying

“The scholarship would help me buy supplies and equipment for my first year in college.”

— Reyn Raguindin, 2025 Coach H Scholarship Recipient (The Molokai Dispatch)

“I would pursue my goal of becoming a pharmacist and return to Molokai to provide for the community that helped me so much.”

— Chloe Tancayo, 2025 Coach H Scholarship Recipient (The Molokai Dispatch)

What’s next

Selected candidates will be notified via email to schedule an interview, which will be conducted virtually or in person. Recipients will be notified by telephone or email within two weeks following the final interview.

The takeaway

The Coach H Scholarship continues the legacy of a beloved coach who dedicated his life to supporting and empowering student-athletes in Hawaii. By providing financial assistance and recognizing excellence in academics, athletics, and community service, the scholarship aims to help the next generation of student-athletes pursue their educational and career goals.