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.
OUR AMAZING COACHES
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.
CHAD OBARA
Title: Coach
Email: chad.obara@gmail.com
BIO:
Coach Chad played collegiate baseball at Monterey Peninsula College and California State University, Stanislaus. He began his coaching career at James Campbell High School from 2002 to 2004, and later served as an assistant coach for the Junior Little League World Series Champions in 2007. From 2007 to 2015, he coached baseball at Pearl City High School, leading the team to a state championship in 2011.
In 2016, Chad transitioned to softball at Pearl City High School, where he remained until 2023. He has been coaching with Nā Wahine Softball since 2013.
CHEYNE OBARA
Title: Coach
Email:
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