Stemming from the 2025 Kā‘anapali Classic (Oct. 27-29) and Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational (March 24-26) – two of America’s marquee men’s and women’s college golf tournaments annually held in West Maui – Kā‘anapali Golf Courses has joyfully offered their kōkua via a $10,000 donation to the University of Hawaiʻi men’s and women’s golf programs.
$5,000 has been given to the Rainbow Warrior Golf Booster Club, and $5,000 to the Rainbow Wahine Golf Booster Club.
“A big mahalo to Kā‘anapali and Indigo Sports for their sincere generosity, not only for this donation, but for their consistent, year-round support,” reflected Hawai‘i men’s golf coach and seven-time PGA TOUR winner, Scott Simpson. “Every dollar raised directly helps our student-athletes get better and makes their time at UH more meaningful. Your support helps us compete with the top players and teams in the country.”
Funding for travel is a critical need for student-athletes, especially those making numerous trips across the Pacific Ocean. Kā‘anapali is happy to support the state’s flagship university with a donation for the third consecutive year.
The University of Hawai‘i women’s golf team poses for a photo after the 2025 Dr. Donnis Thompson Invitational on Royal Kā’anapali.
“Coach Simpson and Coach Brooks have substantially elevated the quality of play and positive demeanor of their teams,” stated Karl Reul, general manager of Kā’anapali Golf Courses. “We take seriously the honor and responsibility of supporting our state’s student-athletes. We truly want them to thrive in athletics, academics and personally during their time in Hawai‘i.”
In November, Kā‘anapali was named the Indigo Sports’ “Facility of the Year, West Region” for outstanding operational performance and service excellence at Troon-affiliated facilities.
Notably, Royal Kā‘anapali is set to host the 2026 Big West Women’s Golf Championship from April 19-21. Attendance will be free for walking spectators.
Royal Kā‘anapali is framed by the West Maui Mountains, Kā‘anapali Beach and Pacific Ocean.