Since 1909, the University of Mānoa has been developing sports venues. The latest Hawaii Warriors logo features minimalism and reflects a commitment to national roots. The graphic motifs of the indigenous people ensure brand recognition, showcasing its important features.
Hawaii Warriors: Brand overview
Meaning and History
The 1982 logo did not do without one of the main symbols of the “Hawaiian Warriors” – a multicolored rainbow. According to legend, it appeared next to the stadium during the final match in 1923. Since then, rumors have circulated that the athletes of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa cannot lose when a rainbow appears in the sky. However, the artists did not depict it entirely, settling for four colors: red, yellow, green, and blue. They also supplemented the composition with the letters “U” and “H.”
The bright emblem lasted until 1997. In 1998, it was replaced by the brand’s brutal name with the letter “H,” which has sharp notches on the outer sides. The drawing traces the motifs of a traditional totem pole. The palette is restrained: green, white, black, and blue. The last two colors are used for outlines, and the first two are the main ones.
What is Hawaii Warriors?
Hawaii Warriors (or Hawaii Rainbow Warriors and Rainbow Wāhine) is the University of Hawaiʻi sports department at Mānoa. Located in Honolulu, Hawaii, it consists of 19 student teams. Athletes compete in NCAA Division I, representing the Big West Conference.
1980 – 2000
2000 – today
Hawaii Warriors Basketball
The Rainbow Warriors participated in the NAIA tournament in 1949. After that, they participated in eight NIT tournaments and five NCAA tournaments. The women’s team also attended five NCAA tournaments – the last time this happened was in 2016.
Hawaii Warriors Baseball
The university acquired a baseball program in 1923. In 1980, athletes participated in the College World Series and took second place. Currently, the athletes are coached by Mike Trapasso.