In a statement today, Gov. Linda Lingle praised the University of Hawaii Rainbow Wahine volleyball team, which will play in the NCAA Tournament Final Four against Penn State on Thursday.

�Once again, the University of Hawai�i Rainbow Wahine have made a decisive statement in the national volleyball arena that Hawai�i remains a force to contend with," Lingle said in her statement.
�During the semifinal regional, the Wahine played with heart, enthusiasm and determination, as they have throughout the season, with scrappy defense, powerful hitting and inspiring plays at the net.
�These outstanding athletes, led by legendary Head Coach Dave Shoji and his dedicated coaching staff, continue to bring tremendous pride to the University of Hawai�i and our entire state.
�Whether in person or in spirit, all the people of Hawai�i will be in Tampa, Florida this week cheering on the University of Hawai�i Rainbow Wahine with much aloha and admiration as they vie for their fourth NCAA Division I title.
�Go Bows!�