Hawaii Soccer News
MAGAZINE ISSUE 12
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No Ka ‘oi College ID and OPD Camp
Madelyn Kakehi
Photos: Cory Ida
5/25/26
Aloha! My name is Madelyn Kakehi and I recently had the opportunity to participate in this year’s No Ka Oi College ID Camp for the first time. I’ve been playing soccer since I was about 3 years old and have always had a passion to go further and play D1 in college.
The 2026 No Ka Oi camp occurred on May 23rd to May 25th, at Waipio Soccer Complex. It consisted of a total of 5 sessions with college coaches. Between girls and boys there were about 300 kids and over 30 college coaches. Including TCU, UNLV, SeattleU, Wake Forest University and many other big soccer programs.
I really enjoyed my experience from this camp as I was able to learn new things and get lots of constructive feedback from a variety of coaches. I had the privilege to do drills and play in scrimmages in front of college coaches really giving me more exposure and a deeper understanding of college soccer expectations and coaching styles.
The college soccer recruiting process has always been a tough road for many, but the No Ka Oi camp really gives us players in Hawaii who have a harder time showcasing ourselves a head start. Players of all ages (permitted that year), levels and from different teams get the chance to communicate with college coaches and deepen their understanding of the recruiting process. It’s a great experience and gives you pathways to meet other people and make new connections.
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Two goals enough for Paradise Soccer Club to reign supreme!
Mathew Vasconcellos
Photos: Cory Ida
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Two goals were enough.
In 90 minutes of playing time, the Paradise Soccer Club put a Division I Championship on their mantle over HI Rush Juniors, 2-0, at Waipio Peninsula Soccer Stadium on Sunday!
Both teams began the opening stanza with some nip and tuck playing. Despite not scoring, HI Rush Juniors Goalkeeper #20 Kaiea Makillop made over three good saves and catches to keep his team in contention.
Paradise SC finally busted through the dam in the 38th minute when Yuki Shibata #20 aided in a goal from #26 Cotter Walker!
At halftime, Paradise led, 1-0!
“It was just the first half, but I think we could’ve scored more than one,” said Paradise SC’s Cyrus Ryuichi #22.
Going into the second half, HI Rush Juniors just needed one goal to tie things up and force a shootout.
Paradise SC foiled those plans in the second half. They added another goal from #18 Chris Churness in the 50th minute. Shibata also assisted in Churness’ goal.
“I felt that we could’ve had a chance to come back from it,” said HI Rush’s Jett Kobayakawa #19, an Iolani High School student.
Kobayakawa had a chance to score in the 79th minute, but his shot was blocked.
When the time ran out, Paradise had the upper hand. Ryuichi was stoked about the outcome, especially coming off an injury where he was inactive for eight months.
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MISO Elite Rebrands as MISO PDP Hawaiʻi, Becoming State’s First Official US Club Soccer Player Development Program
(HONOLULU) Hawaiʻi’s elite youth soccer players now have a direct pathway to national recognition. MISO Elite Hawaiʻi has rebranded as MISO Player Development Program Hawaiʻi (MISO PDP Hawaiʻi), becoming the state’s first official host for U.S. Club Soccer Player Development Program (PDP) events under the national id2 talent identification umbrella. MISO PDP Hawaiʻi now serves as the elite selection arm of the Major Island Soccer Organization.
PDPs are regionally based identification and development events centered on the National Premier Leagues (NPL) and other top leagues.
“We are fully committed to providing Hawaiʻi’s up-and-coming soccer players with a true national pathway, right here at home,” said Tom Atencio, Executive Director of MISO PDP Hawaiʻi. Under the id2 umbrella, we will host high-standard PDP events that identify and develop talent based on objective scouting and coaching recommendations. For Hawaiʻi families, this means opportunity without unnecessary barriers and a more affordable path to success.”
The transition to MISO PDP Hawaiʻi establishes a sanctioned, structured pathway that connects local players to the national identification system. Invitations are extended through scouting at top Hawaiʻi clubs and leagues, as well as recommendations from respected Directors of Coaching.
Designed to be rigorous and developmental, PDPs offer high-level training sessions, internal competitions, and, in many cases, off-field education led by technical experts.
At every PDP hosted in Hawaiʻi, id2 Program staff will be on-site to evaluate players for potential selection into id2 Training Camps. These are proven stepping stones toward opportunities with U.S. Youth National Teams. U.S. Soccer staff may also attend to scout for national team pools.
As a sanctioned PDP host, MISO PDP Hawaiʻi meets U.S. Club Soccer’s strict operational standards, ensuring consistent quality nationwide while reflecting the unique strengths of Hawaiʻi’s soccer community.
For more information about MISO PDP Hawaiʻi and upcoming events, visit https://www.islandsoccer.net.
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About MISO PDP Hawaiʻi
MISO PDP Hawaiʻi is the state’s official host for US Club Soccer Player Development Program training and events, delivering id2-aligned player identification and development locally. Through objective scouting, DOC recommendations, and high-standard training/match environments, MISO PDP Hawaiʻi connects Hawaiʻi’s top prospects to national-level opportunities without financial barriers and regardless of club badge.
About US Club Soccer’s id2 & PDP
US Club Soccer’s id2 Program (est. 2004) identifies and develops the nation’s elite youth players and is recognized as an Olympic Development Program (ODP). The program is open to all players, with no cost to be scouted or participate; at id2 Training Camps, lodging, meals, and gear are provided at no cost. Player Development Programs (PDPs) are regional id2 events built around the NPL and other top leagues, featuring training, internal competition, and on-site scouting by id2 (and at times, U.S. Soccer) staff.