Hawaii vs. Houston: Three things to look for, Prediction Share this story HAWAII VS. HOUSTON Date/Time: Thursday, December 24th at 10:30 a.m. (Hawaii Time) Television: ESPN Radio: ESPN Radio nationally, ESPN Honolulu locally Head-to-Head: This is the second meeting between the two programs. The first matchup came in the 2003 Hawaii Bowl, one of the most famous (infamous?) football games in Hawaii history. Hawaii won 54-48 in three overtimes. Quarterback Timmy Chang reclaimed his starting position during the game after losing it towards the end of the regular season, and UH just dominated offensively. Hawaii’s defense made a key stop in the final overtime to win. A brawl broke out postgame. It was a truly ridiculous and amazing game.