Legendary Coach Dave Shoji reflects on 42 years leading Wahine Volleyball and the lessons that shaped Hawaii sports culture.
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Aloha and welcome to the Season 2 finale of Here in Hawaiʻi. In this episode, we sit down with legendary Rainbow Wahine Volleyball coach Dave Shoji to reflect on his journey, from humble beginnings to building one of the most dominant programs in NCAA history. Coach Shoji opens up about resilience, leadership, family, and what it truly means to coach in Hawaii. Along the way, we also share powerful stories from Ke Kumu Hawaiʻi, a local kitchen favorite making miso garlic butter shrimp, and Ilima-Lei Macfarlane’s plans for her family farm. Extended versions of each story are coming soon.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Coach Shoji found his way into coaching
- What sustained success really looks like over decades
- Why community support in Hawaii is unlike anywhere else
- The importance of resilience during rebuilding seasons
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