Stanley Costales Baseball Tournament Kicks Off

Annual event in Hilo, Hawaii celebrates its start

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

The annual Stanley Costales Baseball Tournament has begun in Hilo, Hawaii. The tournament features teams from across the Big Island competing in the popular high school baseball event.

Why it matters

The Stanley Costales Tournament is a long-standing tradition in the Hilo community, bringing together local baseball teams and fans to celebrate the sport. It's an important part of the high school sports calendar in Hawaii.

The details

The tournament kicked off on Thursday at the Jimmy Correa Ballfield in Hilo. Braden Oda of Hilo High School took the mound as the starting pitcher in the opening game against Waimea.

  • The tournament began on Thursday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Braden Oda

A pitcher for the Hilo High School baseball team.

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The takeaway

The Stanley Costales Baseball Tournament is a beloved annual event that brings the Hilo community together to celebrate high school baseball in Hawaii.