From December 16thto 22ndHawaiiAthletics.com will be providing exclusive coverage of the Rainbow Warriors football team as they prepare for SoFi Hawai'i Bowl. The entire week will give fans an opportunity to peer inside the football program and to fully enjoy the build-up of the 'Bows second appearance in the SoFi Hawai'i Bowl in three years. UH, and Louisiana Tech will kickoff at 5:30 p.m. HT on Saturday the 22ndat Aloha Stadium, and the game will be televised on ESPN.

HONOLULU — The anticipation for the SoFi Hawai'i Bowl continues to build as the University of Hawai'i football team started bowl week practice on Monday. Bowl week festivities began the day before with the team loading up and heading out to Wet 'n' Wild Hawai'i for a day of fun amongst teammates and coaches.
 
 
With the fun in the sun taking place on Sunday, Monday was back to business on the football field. Before practice head coach Nick Rolovich bellowed out for anyone within a five-mile radius to hear.
 
"Today is a work day. We're not off. We have a game to win. Time to prepare like it," said Rolovich.
 
The Rainbow Warriors followed up Rolovich's comments with a fast-paced, heavy transitional style of play, mirroring what will be a week full of events for all involved.
 
Rooms Booked and Ready to Go
Monday night, the 'Bows will check into Moana Surfrider in Waikīkī to mentally prepare for their second bowl appearance in three seasons.
 
Celebrate Hawaiian Style
Following a Wednesday morning practice, UH will head to the ocean lawn of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel for a Royal Hawaiian Lu'au. Student-athletes, coaches, and support staff will enjoy a night of food and entertainment, reminding themselves of the unique culture and traditions of the Hawaiian islands.
 
Shake Hands and Take in the History
Thursday will be a busy day as Royal Hawaiian Hotel will host the official SoFi Hawai'i Bowl press conference at 8:30 a.m., setting the tone with kickoff just two days away.
 
Shortly after, UH will conduct its final full practice of the week and will load up the buses again, this time visiting Pearl Harbor. The historic site commemorated its 77th anniversary over a week ago, and UH will pay its respect to the memory of the armed forces.
 
The day will conclude with the SoFi Hawai'i Bowl Kick-off banquet at the Kaua'i-Maui Ballroom within the Sheraton Waikīkī.
 
Extra Yard for Teachers
On the eve of the bowl game, the 'Bows will visit Wai'anae Elementary Friday afternoon, continuing a season-long message of UH giving back and helping build educational resources to local schools.
 
Bring on the Bulldogs
Kickoff between the 'Bows and Bulldogs is slated for 5:30 p.m. but the festivities will officially begin at 2:30 p.m. with the Hawai'i Gas Great Tailgate Party at Aloha Stadium, located at the North Makai Wedge, inside Gate 6.
 
Follow Along
Make sure to a be a part of bowl week whether it be in person or following along. Exclusive coverage will be provided throughout the week on HawaiiAthletics.com and on social media platforms.