Posted on: Friday, January 28, 2005

Wade decides to stay with Rainbow Wahine

Advertiser Staff

University of Hawai'i associate women's volleyball coach Charlie Wade, a finalist for the Fresno State head coaching position, said yesterday he will remain with the Rainbow Wahine program.

"First, I'd like to thank (athletic director) Scott Johnson and (associate AD) Desiree Reed-Francois of Fresno State for their interest in me," Wade said in a press release.

"I was very impressed with their commitment to their women's volleyball program and flattered with their confidence in my coaching ability.

"But I decided that what's best for me and my family is to remain a part of the Rainbow Wahine volleyball program."

Wade, 41, finished his 10th year with the UH women's program. He filled in as interim head coach for two matches when UH coach Dave Shoji attended family matters.

Wade is married to former Kaiser High School and University of Washington player Tani Martin. The couple had a son, Jeffery Charles Makana Wade II, last October.

The Fresno State coaching position became open when Lindy Vivas was told in December by school officials her contract would not be renewed.

Vivas, a 1975 Punahou graduate, had a 14-year record of 263-167.