State Soccer Finals Postponed Due to Weather

Boys championships moved to Wednesday due to flood and wind warnings

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The finals of the Hele/HHSAA Boys Soccer Championships scheduled for Saturday at Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex's Main Stadium were postponed to Wednesday due to a flood watch and high wind watch on Oahu. The Division II matchup between Kamehameha-Hawaii and Kapaa, as well as the Division I title game between 'Iolani and Punahou, will now take place on Wednesday.

Why it matters

The state soccer championships are a highly anticipated annual event, and the postponement due to severe weather disrupts the normal schedule and plans for the participating teams, their fans, and the broader community. The decision to postpone highlights the importance of public safety considerations when hosting large sporting events.

The details

The HHSAA made the announcement to postpone the finals on Saturday morning. The Division II championship game between Kamehameha-Hawaii and Kapaa will now take place at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Division I title match between 'Iolani and Punahou is scheduled for 6 p.m. The consolation and third- and fifth-place matches in both divisions that were originally scheduled for Saturday were canceled.

  • The finals were originally scheduled for Saturday, February 8, 2026.
  • The games were postponed to Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Kamehameha-Hawaii

The No. 1 seed in the Division II championship, seeking to repeat as state champions after winning four titles in the past seven seasons.

Kapaa

The No. 2 seed in the Division II championship, having won three state titles, with the last coming in 2019.

'Iolani

The No. 1 seed and defending champion in the Division I championship, having won 11 state titles and appearing in their fourth consecutive state title game.

Punahou

The No. 2 seed in the Division I championship, having claimed 22 state crowns, with the last title coming in 2020.

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What’s next

The Division II and Division I championship games will be played on Wednesday, February 12, 2026 at the Waipio Peninsula Soccer Complex's Main Stadium.

The takeaway

The postponement of the state soccer finals due to severe weather highlights the importance of public safety considerations when hosting large sporting events. The decision to move the games to a later date ensures the safety of the players, fans, and event staff, while also preserving the integrity of the championships.