Sports
Big Island Student Athletes Honored at Kaimana Awards
Two Big Island high schools and three distinguished student athletes were among many across the state who were rewarded for their all-around work ethic at the 2012 HMSA Kaimana Awards luncheon in Waikiki Saturday.
Early Offensive Jolt Pushes Stars to Victory
Offense highlighted the show on Friday night, but the bullpen locked everything down for the Hawai’i Stars in their 10-7 win at Wong Stadium.
Offense, Emotions Explode in Stars Win over Sonoma
A late-inning comeback and heated postgame exchange brought life to what appeared to be a blowout, as the Hawai’i Stars defeated the Sonoma County Grapes 9-8.
Ironman 70.3 Hawaii Winner Investigated for Doping
Lance Armstrong’s chances of reaching the Ironman World Championships have reached a grinding halt, as the Ironman 70.3 Hawaii winner was suspended by the World Triathalon Corporation because of an investigation by the US Anti-Doping Agency.
Korytoski Named New Men’s Soccer Coach at UHH
Combining professional and collegiate experience, Jeffrey Korytoski hopes to return winning soccer to the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Armstrong’s Triathlon Impact Already Being Felt
Despite not yet having qualified for October’s Ironman World Championship, Lance Armstrong is already prompting changes in the way the event is televised.
Hawaii Stars Release Inaugural Schedule
The 54-game Hawaii Stars schedule was officially released Monday, a day before the season opener at Na Koa Ikaika Maui.
High School Hall Welcomes Three from Hawai’i Island
Three Big Island athletes joined a prestigious class of 12 student-athletes to enter the HHSAA Hall of Honor at a banquet Sunday in Waikiki.
Maui Fighters Score Titles in Triple Threat Co-Main Events
Riley Dutro, Eddie Perrells, and Patrick Torres won championship belts at the Triple Threat Fights MMA event in Hilo Saturday.
Armstrong, Corbin Battle Wind to Win Ironman 70.3 Hawaii
The headline attraction of the Ironman 70.3 Hawaii (Honu) did not disappoint, as Lance Armstrong was the top finisher of Saturday’s race, while Linsey Corbin was the top female finisher of the race.
Armstrong, Wee Highlight Ironman 70.3 Pro Panel Presser
Friday’s Ironman 70.3 Pro Panel Press Conference featured the race’s heavy hitters, including last year’s women’s champion and a Tour de France champion.
Armstrong Headlines Ironman 70.3 Hawaii on Saturday
Ironman race winner and Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong headlines a 1,600 triathlete field at the Ironman 70.3 Hawaii (Honu) Saturday.
UHH’s Viriyapunt Named PacWest’s Top Tennis Newcomer
UH Hilo junior Melanie Viriyapunt was was the lone Vulcan to receive PacWest honors in women’s tennis, as she was named Newcomer of the Year.
All-BIIF Water Polo Team Announced
The Big Island Interscholastic Federation announced its all-league water polo selections on Friday.
Kamie Imai Returns Home To Play for UH Hilo
Former Waiakea High hoops standout Kamie Imai is returning home to play with sister Kirsty on the University of Hawaii at Hilo women’s basketball squad.
Big Island Trio Headlines HHSAA Hall of Honor Class
A pair of state basketball champions and a highly-recruited football star are among twelve that have made the HHSAA’s Hall of Honor for 2012.
Professional Baseball Returns to Hilo
Professional baseball will return to Hilo later this year when the Hawaii Stars take the field at Wong Stadium
All-BIIF Volleyball Teams Announced
The BIIF announced the all-league selections for the 2012 boys volleyball season.
Kamehameha-Hawaii Falls in Division II Semifinal
Errors and a big inning plagued the Kamehameha-Hawaii Warriors in their state semifinal matchup against Waimea High School.
Kamehameha-Hawaii, Waiakea Advance to State Semis
Waiakea and Kamehameha-Hawaii both advanced during early play at the Wally Yonamine Foundation / HHSAA State Baseball Tournament.
