I'm not from Hawaii, but I think Off-Season Events are sooo much fun because there are less teams than a regional or nationals, and it gives you a chance to get to know the teams in your area. Join with another team or two to organize an event for about 20-30 teams. There were 26 teams at Tempest N' Tampa and it was a blast!!
Don't get me wrong I love regionals, and I'm sure I'll love nationals (never been before). But there's an interesting home feeling about off-season events.
Basically, don't give up!!!
