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11-05-2025
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HHSAA State Boys Volleyball: Radford & Punahou Win State Titles
The HHSAA Boys Volleyball State Championships games were held at Moanalua on Saturday. In Division II, the Radford Rams made history as they won their 1st ever Boys Volleyball State Title. Radford won the 1st set over Kapaa 25-20, but the Warriors then took the next 2 sets to take a lead over the Rams. In the 4th, Radford kept the match going after winning 25-23, than in the 5th set Radford held off the Warriors to win 15-13. The Rams win their 1st ever Boys Volleyball State Title in 5 sets (25-20, 22-25, 21-25, 25-23, 15-13). For Division I, it was Punahou and Kamehameha facing off. The Buffanblu started out the match with a 1st set win but Kamehameha bounced back to take the 2nd set by 5 points. But in the 3rd the Buffanblu kept their 1 set lead after talling 14 kills in the 3rd set. Now in the 4th, it was all Punahou as they clicked on all cylinders, forcing the Warriors to 11 errors and only 3 kills. Buffanblu finish with 11 kills in the set and win the match in the 4th. Punahou wins the Division I State Title in 4 sets (25-23, 20-25, 25-20, 25-7). Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-02-2025
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Moanalua wrestler Taam completes Grand Slam, undefeated prep career
Wrestling history was made over the weekend at the HHSAA State Wrestling Championships, where Moanalua senior Tyger Taam capped off a legendary prep career with a fourth consecutive state title. The 144-pound champion joined an elite group of wrestlers by completing the Grand Slam, but what truly sets him apart is his perfect record. Over the past four years, Taam never lost a match, finishing his high school career with a mind-boggling 98-0 record, solidifying his place among Hawaii's all-time wrestling greats. For Taam, the journey to perfection required relentless discipline. 'Every week, cutting weight, practicing, sacrificing going to parties, not eating, missing out on events—it's a lot,' Taam said. 'But it's all worth it. I would never take it for granted because it was a great time, even though I might have been really hungry sometimes or stressed out from the pressure. I appreciate that it happened.' Even with an unbeaten record, there were days when Taam didn't feel at his best—whether battling fatigue, illness, or simply being out of rhythm. But he found ways to push through. 'Whenever I'm feeling down, I always tell myself that not everything is going to be perfect or go the way I want,' he said. 'I just have to push myself through it because in life, things won't always go the way I want. It's all about how I adapt.' With high school in the rearview mirror, Taam is preparing for the next chapter at Menlo College, where his sights are set on even greater goals. 'I want to become a Division II national champ, and I believe I will,' Taam said. 'Believing in yourself is the most important thing in wrestling. You can train as much as you want, but at the end of the day, the guy who is mentally stronger is going to do better. Your mind will break a lot faster than your body will, so I always tell myself to push through and believe in myself.' Taam wasn't the only wrestler to complete the Grand Slam over the weekend. Kamehameha-Maui's Mikah Labuanan, competing in the 150-pound division, became the first male wrestler from the Valley Isle to win four consecutive state titles. In the team competition, Kamehameha-Kapalama took home the boys' championship, while Moanalua claimed the girls' title to cap off an unforgettable weekend on the mat. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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23-02-2025
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HHSAA Wrestling State Championships: Final Round
The HHSAA held the final day of the Wrestling State Tournament on Saturday at the Neal Blaisdell Arena. All the weight classes ending their season on center floor as all eyes on each match. Full results and bracket for the girls bracket Moanalua came into the tournament trying to win the girls team results for the 4th straight season The Girls 105 weight class opening up the Finals of the HHSAA State Wrestling tournament, with Pearl City wrestler Chloe Obuhanych defeating Kalani's Tia Hotema for the State Championship. On the boys side, the 1st finals after the Girls 105, was the Boys 113 pound weight class. Nanakuli's Analu Woode defeating Castle's Colt Kalaukoa for the State Title and Woode earned his 1st state title in his high school career. Moanalua's Tiger Taam won the boys 132 pound weight class. With this win, Taam becomes the 1st OIA boys wrestler to win 4 straight state titles. For Full Boys Bracket and Results, HHSAA Sports. Team Results: Girls: Moanalua – 237.5 Pearl City – 197.5 Kamehameha – 194.0 Boys: Kamehameha – 177.5 Pearl City – 125.0 Moanalua – 118.0 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
