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The second annual Green and White Celebration, presented by Ahahui Koa Anuenue and hosted by the UH Letterwinners Club, will take place at 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Stan Sheriff Center.

The sold-out celebration will recognize the achievements of the UH Sports Circle Honor Class of 2018. The 36th class of the UH Sports Circle of Honor includes: the 2007 Warriors football team, Kanani Danielson (women’s volleyball All-American), Rick Blangiardi (football player and coach, television executive) and James “Skippy” Dyer (legendary three-sport athlete).

The event includes food stations, a silent auction and an awards ceremony.

The Circle of Honor began in 1982 as a way to recognize individuals and teams who have contributed to the growth, history and tradition of UH Athletics. Including this year’s honorees, there are 119 individuals and 12 teams. Plaques honoring each member of the Circle of Honor can be found on the inner walls surrounding the main concourse of the Stan Sheriff Center.

Maglio named to Canadian national team

Former Hawaii middle blocker Emily Maglio was named to the Canadian women’s national team roster that will compete in the Women’s World Volleyball Championship this month.

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The 14-player roster was announced on Friday. Canada opens with Turkey next Friday. Also in Canada’s pool are China, Italy, Bulgaria and Cuba.

U.S. men unbeaten in FIVB play

The U.S. men’s volleyball team, with four players with Hawaii ties on the roster, ran its record to 6-0 in the FIVB World Volleyball Championship with a 25-17, 25-14, 21-25, 25-17 victory over Canada in Sofia, Bulgaria, on Friday.

Setter Micah Christenson (Kamehameha) had two kills and a block. Erik Shoji (Punahou) played the entire way at libero.

Not seeing any action were reserve setter Kawika Shoji (‘Iolani) and middle Taylor Averill (University of Hawaii).

The U.S. plays host Bulgaria today.

“I hope and expect a full gym,” Christenson said. “I hope we can play the best volleyball we can for the fans and I hope we can continue to get better as the tournament goes on.”