Hawaii sets program record with 72-point rout of Bethesda in Rainbow Classic opener

The University of Hawaii men's basketball team set a program record for largest margin of victory on Friday night, defeating Bethesda 116-44, a 72-point rout, in the opening game of the 60th annual OUTRIGGER Rainbow Classic at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu. The historic performance came on November 7, 2026. The Rainbow Classic is a long-running collegiate basketball tournament hosted by Hawaii.