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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
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UH Hilo coaching staff holds free keiki basketball clinic
KAPA'A, Hawai'i (KHON2) — Is your keiki interested in or taking an interest in basketball? You might want to check out these free clinics to help them with their skills. Coaches from the University of Hawaii at Hilo's men's basketball team are gearing up to teach keiki statewide the fundamental skills and drills of basketball. HHSAA Girls Water Polo: Punahou wins State Title The Vulcans will start their five-day journey on May 17 on the Big Island before heading to Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Oahu and Kauai. The best part: it's free of charge! We are excited to touch down and connect with the youth basketball community across the state next week. Basketball has been a tool for positive living here in the islands for several generations and it is our turn to pay it forward and do what we can to help grow the game. As it turns to summer, we think the timing is right to help them kick off summer with words of encouragement and habits to incorporate in their daily lives. Kaniela Aiona, sixth-year Vulcans head coachRegistration is open to keiki in grades five through eight, but don't wait — officials said registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and there are limited sign ups available. Parents can contact the following to sign up and receive more information: Saturday, May 17: Kealakekua, Big Island Clinic runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Contact: Dawnyelle Awa at Sunday, May 18: Kahului, Maui Clinic runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: Maiki Tihada at hoopheads@ Monday, May 19: Kaunakakai, Molokai Clinic runs from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Contact: Melveena Starkey at Tuesday, May 20: Lanai City, Lanai Clinic runs from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Contact: MaryLou Kaukeano at mkaukeano@ Wednesday, May 21: Honolulu, Oahu Clinic runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Contact: Ryan Hogue at rhogue@ Thursday, May 22: Kapaa, Kauai Clinic runs from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Contact: James Kealalio at jkealalio@ Check out more news from around Hawaii Each participant is asked to bring a basketball that suits their skill level, a water bottle, athletic clothing and athletic shoes. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
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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.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
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Kamehameha wins first ever ILH flag football title
History was made on the gridiron Wednesday afternoon as Kamehameha defeated Punahou, 19-0, to win the inaugural Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) girls flag football championship at Alexander Field. The Warriors were led by the dynamic duo of Hayden Ka'ahanui-Cera and Alexia Medeiros, who connected for several highlight-reel plays — including a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter to seal the shutout victory. With the win, Kamehameha (6-1) becomes the league's first-ever girls flag football champion, capping a historic season for the new sport in the ILH. Despite the result, both Kamehameha and Punahou (6-2) who are 1-1 against each other this season have both secured berths in the upcoming HHSAA State Championship tournament, set to run from April 30 to May 3. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
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Punahou School honors legacy of WWII captain killed in action
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Punahou School honored one of their former students, a WWII Medal of Honor Recipient, on what would be his 108th birthday. The honoree, Capt. Francis Wai, lost his life 81 years ago during the Battle of Leyte on San Pedro Beach in the Philippines. Dave & Buster's makes Grand Opening Debut at new location 'The soldiers were stuck on the beach getting shot at by the Japanese,' said Maj. Gen. Robert G.F. Lee. 'Nobody was in charge. So Capt. Wai, not his unit, took charge of all the soldiers. With his courage and cool demeanor, the soldiers followed him and they wiped out the Japanese emplacements. But unfortunately, the last Japanese emplacement killed Capt. Wai.' In Wai's honor, Punahou looked to celebrate his life and heroic sacrifice, not just to make good on his legacy, but to inspire their students to aid their communities and more broadly, the world. '[Wai] had a chance to serve a broader community. We always want our students to think about serving those beyond themselves,' said Dr. Mike Latham, Punahou School president. 'A lot of times that means serving people who you will never meet, who may be very different than you. But that's what American democracy is about.'Initially, the then-Department of War posthumously awarded Wai with the Distinguished Service Cross. Years later however, the now-Department of Defense investigated possible racism in the recognition processes of WWII servicemembers. As a result, Wai's award was upgraded to the Medal of Honor. Wai's brother, Robert, was able to accept his Medal of Honor on the captain's behalf in 2000 from then-President Bill Clinton. 'I think one of the big lessons Uncle Francis seemed to teach us was taking care of each other,' said the serviceman's nephew, Robert Wai, Jr. 'We have a great family. We love each other. We support each other. It's all that we do.' The original medal was donated to the Hawaii Army Museum, with the Wai family receiving a second medal to keep as a reminder of the service and sacrifice of Wai and his family. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
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State title games set in boys basketball
The HHSAA Boys Basketball State Championships are set following Thursday night's semifinal action, as Saint Louis and Punahou will clash for the Division I title, while Hawai'i Prep and Seabury Hall will battle for the Division II championship at SimpliFi Arena. Saint Louis, Punahou Advance in Division I The three-time defending state champion Saint Louis Crusaders survived a high-intensity battle with Kahuku, led by reigning Player of the Year Pupu Sepulona, who scored 16 points in a 38-31 victory. On the other side of the bracket, Punahou punched its ticket to the championship game with a gritty 49-46 win over University. Tate Takamiya and Zion White combined for 26 points to help the Buffanblu hold off a tough University squad. The Division I championship game will feature a classic ILH rivalry showdown, with Saint Louis and Punahou facing off for the Koa Trophy on Friday night at 7 p.m. at SimpliFi Arena. Hawai'i Prep, Seabury Hall Set for Division II Final In Division II, the championship matchup is also set after Hawai'i Prep and Seabury Hall emerged victorious in the semifinals. Seabury Hall upset two-time defending champion Kohala, 59-49, ending the Cowboys' reign. Meanwhile, Hawai'i Prep earned its spot with a 61-51 victory over Aiea. The Division II title game will tip off at 5 p.m. on Friday, serving as the first game of a championship-night doubleheader at SimpliFi Arena. Both championship games will be televised live on Spectrum OC16. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
