# Brian Ching: Hawaii’s Soccer Pioneer

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Podcast: [Honolulu News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/honolulu-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7567443)
Published: 2026-06-24T05:44:25+00:00
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## Resource

Brian Ching, the first Hawaiian native to play in a World Cup and the all-time leading scorer for the Houston Dynamo, is set to become the first MLS player inducted into the Houston Sports Hall of Fame. His journey began in 2001 as the first Native Hawaiian drafted into MLS, culminating in his historic World Cup call-up in 2006. Reflecting on his career, Ching emphasizes hard work and perseverance as the keys to success, urging young athletes to push harder than anyone else. His legacy continues to inspire a new generation from Hawaii. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/437eddef2e6db9e2

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