Meet the COACHES

GEORGE NIHEI JR.

Title:  Na Wahine President

Email:  NAWAHINESOFTBALL@GMAIL.COM

BIO:  

Coach George, a proud 1987 graduate of Kamehameha Schools, has led Nā Wahine since 2012. Under his leadership, hundreds of student-athletes have developed lifelong skills and pursued opportunities in both college and career. 

In addition to his coaching role, George also serves as President of the Oʻahu Junior Olympics Girls Fastpitch Softball, further demonstrating his commitment to the growth and success of youth athletics.

BRANDT FUKUDA

Title:  Coach

Email:  brandtyfukuda@gmail.com

BIO:  

Coach Brandt, born and raised in Mililani, Hawaiʻi, played baseball for Mililani High School before earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. 

With over 10 years of experience as a head softball coach, he is dedicated to preparing athletes for competitive play through a strong focus on player development. His practices are highly structured, fast-paced, and centered on precise execution. Coach Brandt's goal is for every player to leave the program ready not only for the demands of competitive softball, but for life beyond the field.

KIP KIHARA

Title:  Coach

BIO:  

Coach Kip, a 1992 graduate of Mililani High School, holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Hawaiʻi. He spent nine years coaching baseball at his alma mater and brings over 14 years of club softball coaching experience. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to developing youth athletes and instilling a lifelong love for the game.

LANDON NAKAYAMA

Title:  Coach

Email:  landonn@hawaii.edu

BIO:  

Coach Landon has been coaching youth softball and baseball since 2012. A lifelong fan of diamond sports, he finds even greater fulfillment in watching young athletes grow both on and off the field. 

As a coach, Landon is dedicated to developing players’ skills, fostering teamwork, and instilling a lasting appreciation for the game.

Saunette Oshiro

Title:  Coach

Email:  

BIO:  

A 2025 graduate of Pearl City High School, Coach Saunette was a standout shortstop and earned 1st Team All-State and D2 Player of the Year during her high school career.

Coach Saunette continued her softball journey at the collegiate level, playing at Eastern Arizona College and Hawai'i Pacific University gaining valuable experience that she now brings to the coaching side of the game.

Off the field, she enjoys eating pho and going to the beach.

Dean Yamaguchi

Title:  Coach

Email:  deanyamaguchi4@gmail.com

BIO:  Born and raised in Aiea and former Men’s Fastpitch catcher, Coach Dean spent 50 years on the mainland before retiring to Oahu. His background spans decades of coaching at the high school, college, and youth levels.

Coaching Experience:

• Granada Hills High School (2009–2013): Varsity Softball Assistant Coach, specializing in pitchers, catchers, and outfielders.

• Collegiate Level: Trained NCAA Division 1 softball players in hitting and pitching.

• Youth Softball & Baseball: Former PONY Bronco tournament coach in Southern California; currently assisting Oahu 10U softball, PONY, and Little League teams with pitching, catching, hitting, and defense.