Hawaii News Now is now the home of University of Hawaii athletics and to celebrate this agreement, we sat down with UH athletics director Matt Elliott.
Just one year into his tenure, he's already made a tremendous impact on the department-- boosting fundraising, strengthening the university's relationship with the community, and laying a foundation for long-term success.
Elliott joined UH after extensive experience with the Hawaii Community Foundation and 13 years with UCLA Athletics.
In this episode, we talk about his career journey, the changing landscape of collegiate sports, and what makes UH fans unlike any other.
June 8th, 2026, 10:30 pm
The Long Game with Mark Carpenter
UH athletics director Matt Elliott
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39m
Published June 8th, 2026, 10:30 pm
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Hawaii News Now is now the home of University of Hawaii athletics and to celebrate this agreement, we sat down with UH athletics director Matt Elliott.
Just one year into his tenure, he's already made a tremendous impact on the department-- boosting fundraising, strengthening the university's relationship with the community, and laying a foundation for long-term success.
Elliott joined UH after extensive experience with the Hawaii Community Foundation and 13 years with UCLA Athletics.
In this episode, we talk about his career journey, the changing landscape of collegiate sports, and what makes UH fans unlike any other.
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The Long Game with Mark Carpenter
In "The Long Game" video podcast, Mark Carpenter sits down with influential figures across the Hawaii sports community. Whether it's going down memory lane with former athletes who've ascended to the heights of their craft or meeting rising up-and-comers eager to build their legacies, this series will dive into their careers and lessons learned while having fun along the way.
