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Please park in marked stalls only. There is No Parking along the chains and cement barriers. Violators will be ticketed and/or towed.
Submit a Mahalo Shout-out to someone you feel deserves recognition for their continuous hard work throughout the paddling community -
It could be a coach, a paddler, an official, and even parents, etc.
Recognize your community!
Please be honest and respectful with your shout-outs.
No self-nominations.
Shout-outs will be posted starting at JV Championships - 01/18/2025
Mahalo nui to the following for being able to make these regattas possible
Mahalo nui to the following for being able to make these regattas possible
Oʻahu Interscholastic Association (OIA)
City and County of Honolulu - Dept. of Parks & Recs
Dept. of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR)
Oʻahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (OHCRA)
ALL VOLUNTEER OFFICIALS BOTH ON LAND AND WATER!
Lāpule Schultz
Lāpule Schultz
Lāpule is the epitome of a servant leader in our canoe paddling ʻohana. Always willing to jump in wherever and whenever needed... he does it all! From applying for permits to getting officials and clubs/schools situated every weekend, to making copies for all clubs and officials, to even making sure there's enough gas for the day for the generator... and soooo much more! There's just too much to list! We MAHALO YOU for your unwavering dedication, your loyalty and commitment, and the integrity you bless us with every week. From so many of us... MAHALO!!!
Submitted by: Anonymous & OIA, NOCRA, OHCRA, and HCRA
Luana Froiseth
Luana Froiseth
Dedicated beyond anybody
The Rock of all Rocks
The Guiding Light for Many
Humbled and Stern Together
Priceless beyond any money can buy!!!
Mahalo & Aloha!!!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OHCRA
Sheila Sanford
Sheila Sanford
A woman of extreme talents and wonder
Always dependable and Reliable
Humble and sincere
From Day 1 to now …
Wow Lau Lau (if you know, you know)
Pau ‘ole Ke Aloha Nui
Submitted by: Annonymous & 'Alapa Hoe Canoe Club
Mai Ly Schultz
Mai Ly Schultz
Quiet and Effective
Helpful and Sincere
Simple and Thoughtful
Dedicated and Determined
He Lua ‘Ole I Ka ʻAuamo Kuleana!
Submitted by: Annonymous & Hui Wa'a
Pakalana Chan
Pakalana Chan
Mama Tahiti
La plus belle de la Pacifique
Merci Beaucoup pour tout las travailles
Te Arofa Ia Rahi!
Submitted by: Annonymous & Hui Hoa Aloha
Ka'onohi Borden
Ka'onohi Borden
The One-and-Only
The Wally For You
Keeps us all on our toes
Never a Dull Moment
We wouldn’t have it any other way
Mahalo Piha!
Submitted by: Annonymous & The Magnificent 7
Hanai Amituanai
Hanai Amituanai
DJ “G”
Makes us all Happy
Good Music
Good Fun
Faafetai Tele Lava
Submitted by: Annonymous & OIA
Jenny Guzik
Jenny Guzik
Bringing us all a sense of safety and security, Jenny is devoted to the care and well-being of not only our student-athletes but also our support staff and community. She is always flexible and goes beyond her scope of duty. Jenny stays calm and positive through the chaos of all we do and is a real stable point for all of us to rely on!
Mahalo to the Mahalo power Jenny!!!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OIA Trainers
Janna Arakaki &
Janna Arakaki &
Dennis Lai Hip
Dennis Lai Hip
Dedicated and humble service to OHCRA, OIA HCRA and HHSAA for many years have definitely earned the respect and aloha that so many have for these two. They are there before the sun rises and after it sets on race days and are always volunteering for more. They even volunteer for service before being asked for many events as paddling has become part of their life calling and a kuleana no ka Lahui Hawaii!
E Huli Ka Lima I Lalo - Ua Malu a Ko Ka Haawina I Ke Aloha Nui!
Submitted by: Annonym0us & OHCRA
Puamana Ninomoto
Puamana Ninomoto
ALOHA KAKAHIAKA!
Always with a smile and a positive attitude…
Sometimes running on E after a long night of work, but always there to support when you need it the most!
Mahalo Nui Loa!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OIA
Yvette Akamu
Yvette Akamu
Always keeping everything in order and making sure that our organization for OHCRA and OIA has the support it needs to be successful is her forte! She continues to bless the OIA with her judging and officiating expertise and along with that she continues to perpetuate our sport by mentoring and allowing her children to learn to be officials as well. Such true unselfish commitment to everything she does is why we continue to show our appreciation for her! Mahalo Nunui Loa!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OHCRA
Jazmine Akamu
Jazmine Akamu
Jazmine is a true testament to giving back and paying it forward. She comes from the many youth programs and the OIA and now is giving back as an official as an adult paddler. Through all triumphs and tribulations, she has shown that nothing will stop someone who is determined to succeed and to stop at nothing short of excellence! Kīnā ʻole hoʻi hā - E mau ana ka haʻaheo! Mahalo Piha!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OHCRA
Ah Fah Boy Akamu
Ah Fah Boy Akamu
Ah Fah boy may be young, but is definitely fine-tuning his officiating skills. He can do many tasks well and make us all proud as he is another fine example of our youth learning to become the leaders of the future. ʻO ka ʻiʻini pau ʻole a ka makemake! - ʻO ia ihola ke aloha nui!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OHCRA
Ceasar Emanuello
Ceasar Emanuello
Our solid leader on the water from high school to Molokai Hoe, Cesar has shown us all that he is dedicated and committed to serving our beloved sport of outrigger canoe paddling.
Yellow waiving…
Red
Green
Cheeehuuuu!
Hoe a Mau - Mahalo Piha!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OHCRA
Carolyn Drew
Carolyn Drew
Another awesome Water Official. Aunty Carolyn provides such professionalism and expertise. Keeping the athletes safe in the water and ensuring success in all she does are just a couple of why she is so wonderful. Her knowledge and expertise is truly why she is one of the best around!
Much Love and Aloha Nui!
Submitted by: Annonymous & OHCRA
Danny Loui
Danny Loui
Always ready to rock and roll by setting out lanes and being steadfast as a Boat Driver and Water Official for the OIA and OHCRA for many years. Without him our races are simply not possible and we are all thankful for his humbled service to all of outrigger canoe paddling!
Pau ‘ole Ke Aloha I Ka Hana Nui Pau ‘Ole!
Submitted By: Anonymous & OHCRA
Derrell DeMello
Derrell DeMello
A true guiding light and mentor for our Water Officials and Boat Drivers. Uncle Derrell has supported the OIA for many years and will continue for many more. A fine example of unselfish dedication for all of our young student-athletes!
E lana malie ka moana a pela pu kona ano! - Mahalo Piha ‘Anakala Derrell!
Submitted by: Anonymous & OHCRA
Manu DeMello
Manu DeMello
Many years of tremendous work for the OIA and the Student-Athletes makes Manu a role model and inspiration for us all. Having him serve as a Boat Driver and Water Official really helps to make our team even stronger. Tag teaming with his dad for many of our events makes the team even stronger and more professional and there are few that can do the job better. E maiau ka hana i ka naau lokomaikai! E mau ana ka haaheo no Kakou a pau - he who leo mahalo nui!
Submitted by: Anonymous & OHCRA
Ron Lee
Ron Lee
Ron brings the magic touch to our koa canoes and is a tremendous asset to have on the water. In whatever capacity he serves he strives for the best at all times and really makes good things even better. He has the hands of gold, eyes of an eagle, and a heart of aloha! Aloha Nui Ron!
Submitted by: Anonymous & OHCRA
ALL OIA PADDLING COACHES & SUPPORT STAFF
ALL OIA PADDLING COACHES & SUPPORT STAFF
Dedication to Excellence
Unselfish Sacrifices
Commitment to Positive Change
Unwavering Devotion
Mentorship & Relationship Builders
Mahalo to all of the OIA Coaches and the Support Staff for all you have done and continue to do for our Student-Athletes and OIA Paddling.
Words don’t serve justice to all that you do daily for your programs and our association. I am humbled, blessed, and honored to be able to have you all as part of the OIA Paddling Ohana!
All that is listed above only scratches the surface of what makes you who you are and how much of an impact you make on everyone you surround yourself with, and those that surround you.
Perpetuating the sport and culture are the roots of why we enjoy paddling and we make our kupuna extremely proud with every ounce of sweat, blood, and tears we shed to carry this tremendous responsibility.
Let the wind carry you through the water…let the current guide your path to the future and let those that have come before us bless us with the knowledge and wisdom to create stronger opportunities for us all!
Mahalo Piha!
Submitted by: OIA
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