The game was played at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu on Friday of Christmas Eve 2010, at 8 p.m.
The contest was televised live on ESPN and sponsored by Sheraton Hotels and Resorts.
The Warriors finished the regular season with a 10–3 record and a share of the WAC Conference Championship.
Hawaii quarterback Bryant Moniz threw for a nation-leading 4,629 yards with 36 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.
Tulsa made their 3rd bowl appearance in coach Todd Graham's tenure with the team.