It’s a simple saying that most Hawaiians and surfers know by heart. It’s the ultimate proverb of motivation and determination. It is commonly used when a surfer faces a big wave or simply adversity.
“Eddie would go.”
Those three words carry more than meaning; they carry dreams and expectations. The saying was adapted in respect for one of the greatest surfing legends off all time, Eddie Aikau, whose life after his death became a myth told among those who once surfed with the fabled man.
Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Monday, November 14, 2005
Eddie Guerrero
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- World Wrestling Entertainment superstar Eduardo Gory Guerrero was found dead in his hotel room Sunday morning in Minneapolis, where he was scheduled to appear that evening in a WWE Supershow.
A-Rod edges Ortiz, Pujols edges Jones for MVP
NEW YORK (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez won the American League Most Valuable Player award for the second time in three seasons, beating David Ortiz on Monday in a vote that rewarded a position player over a designated hitter.
Rodriguez, in his second season as the New York Yankees' third baseman, received 16 first-place votes, 11 seconds and one third for 331 points from the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Ortiz, the DH for the Boston Red Sox, got 11 firsts and 17 seconds for 307 points. Los Angeles Angels outfielder Vladimir Guerrero received the other first-place vote and was third with 196 points.
[11/15] Albert Pujols started his career with four startling seasons, equal or better than those of many Hall of Famers. Only Barry Bonds always did better -- until this year. Pujols won his first National League MVP award Tuesday, beating Andruw Jones in a close vote that didn't include Bonds, who missed most of the season because of a knee injury.
Rodriguez, in his second season as the New York Yankees' third baseman, received 16 first-place votes, 11 seconds and one third for 331 points from the Baseball Writers' Association of America. Ortiz, the DH for the Boston Red Sox, got 11 firsts and 17 seconds for 307 points. Los Angeles Angels outfielder Vladimir Guerrero received the other first-place vote and was third with 196 points.
[11/15] Albert Pujols started his career with four startling seasons, equal or better than those of many Hall of Famers. Only Barry Bonds always did better -- until this year. Pujols won his first National League MVP award Tuesday, beating Andruw Jones in a close vote that didn't include Bonds, who missed most of the season because of a knee injury.
Thursday, October 27, 2005
Agbayani get his championship
Hawai'i's Benny Agbayani can claim a World Series title. Agbayani is an outfielder for the Chiba Lotte Marines, who completed a four-game sweep of the Hanshin Tigers with a 3-2 victory Wednesday in Osaka, Japan.
Wednesday, October 26, 2005
White Sox win World Series
The White Sox defeat the Astros to win their first World Series title since 1917.
Friday, October 21, 2005
Larry Bird fan
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- A man got a prison term longer than prosecutors and defense attorneys had agreed to -- all because of Larry Bird.
The lawyers reached a plea agreement Tuesday for a 30-year term for a man accused of shooting with an intent to kill and robbery. But Eric James Torpy wanted his prison term to match Bird's jersey number 33.
``He said if he was going to go down, he was going to go down in Larry Bird's jersey,'' Oklahoma County District Judge Ray Elliott said Wednesday. ``We accommodated his request and he was just as happy as he could be.
``I've never seen anything like this in 26 years in the courthouse. But, I know the DA is happy about it.''
The lawyers reached a plea agreement Tuesday for a 30-year term for a man accused of shooting with an intent to kill and robbery. But Eric James Torpy wanted his prison term to match Bird's jersey number 33.
``He said if he was going to go down, he was going to go down in Larry Bird's jersey,'' Oklahoma County District Judge Ray Elliott said Wednesday. ``We accommodated his request and he was just as happy as he could be.
``I've never seen anything like this in 26 years in the courthouse. But, I know the DA is happy about it.''
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
John Wooden
As another birthday has come and gone for the Wizard, it becomes that much more important to celebrate the man, not merely for his coaching abilities or for the number of banners he brought to Pauley Pavilion over the years. Wooden is truly an American icon, and his relevance to UCLA goes well beyond the court.
Monday, October 17, 2005
Michelle Wie to turn pro
[9/21/05] While Michelle Wie attends to 11th grade and her short game, another publication is publishing a story announcing she will turn pro and millionaire simultaneously, as soon as next week.
Wie will be on the cover of this week's Golf World magazine. The story cites anonymous sources that claim the 15-year-old will sign endorsement deals with three companies — two are thought to be Nike and Samsung — worth an estimated $8 million. With appearance fees and other endorsements, the magazine estimates she will make $10 million her first year as a pro.
That would make Wie the third-highest paid female athlete in the world, after tennis players Maria Sharapova, reportedly making nearly $17 million, and Serena Williams, at $11 million-plus. Annika Sorenstam, the No. 1 female golfer in the world, is reported to make just more than $5 million. Tiger Woods' deals are estimated at $80 million.
[9/25/05] Michelle Wie is different
[10/5/05] It's official.
[10/16/05] Wie disqualified in first pro tournament for illegal drop
[10/17/05] Rolfing calls disqualification a travesty
Wie will be on the cover of this week's Golf World magazine. The story cites anonymous sources that claim the 15-year-old will sign endorsement deals with three companies — two are thought to be Nike and Samsung — worth an estimated $8 million. With appearance fees and other endorsements, the magazine estimates she will make $10 million her first year as a pro.
That would make Wie the third-highest paid female athlete in the world, after tennis players Maria Sharapova, reportedly making nearly $17 million, and Serena Williams, at $11 million-plus. Annika Sorenstam, the No. 1 female golfer in the world, is reported to make just more than $5 million. Tiger Woods' deals are estimated at $80 million.
[9/25/05] Michelle Wie is different
[10/5/05] It's official.
[10/16/05] Wie disqualified in first pro tournament for illegal drop
[10/17/05] Rolfing calls disqualification a travesty
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Cody VonAppen is thankful
Eight-and-a-half years ago, vonAppen and his parents saw a fun, happy moment instantly turn to tragedy during a family outing on Kaua'i. And though he barely remembers the details from that day as a 6-year-old, the lesson was ingrained and has given him a perspective many teenagers have yet to appreciate.
Sunday, September 11, 2005
Bob Burke headed to the NBA
After 37 years of coaching, Bob Burke hired by his former player Nate McMillan
Brian Viloria world champion
Brian Viloria wins light flyweight title with first round knockout in Los Angeles
Viloria has a world of options
Viloria has a world of options
Monday, September 05, 2005
Sunday, August 28, 2005
Hawaii wins World Series
Michael Memea hit a homerun to right-center field in the bottom of the seventh inning to lead West O'ahu past Curacao, 7-6, to win Hawai'i's first Little League World Series Championship today at South Williamsport, Pa.
This game will never grow old.
West Oahu Story one for the ages
This game will never grow old.
West Oahu Story one for the ages
Thursday, August 18, 2005
Brian Clay wins world title
Clay, at 5-foot-11 dwarfed by his mammoth opponents, defeated Olympic champion and world record holder Roman Sebrle of the Czech Republic, 8,732 points to 8,521, to win the gold medal in the decathlon, 10 events completed in awful weather over two days at the world track and field championships
Michelle Wie with Dave
Golf phenom Michelle Wie was on top of her game as she went head to head with David Letterman on his show last night, poised, charming and more mature-looking than her 15 years, yet natural and relaxed.
(Note: The following part of the article pertaining to Good Morning America appeared in the print edition and does not appear on the internet. It was apparently written by Gree Kakesako.)
This morning Wie spent four minutes with ABC's Diane Sawyer on "Good Morning America".
Sawyer described Wie as "the great hope for every woman who dreams some day that there will be a woman right there taking on and beathing the men."
Sawyer said she had "to prove" that Wie was "just 15 years old" buy asking her who her heroes were." Presenting Wie with a white T-shirt Saywer asked if she could identify the face.
"Oh yeah," Wie said with a grin, "that's one of my favorites -- Brad Pitt.
"All right, she's 15," Sawyer proclaimed.
Wie was asked what her favorite food was.
Although the telecast's subtitles lited "sushi" along with "hot pink" as her favorite color, Wie responded: "Well, I don't know. This is my first time to New York and I had tried New York pizza. ... It was awesome. I had to get a heavy duty plate because the thing was so huge. It was so good with all that cheese and mushroom."
Noting that she was 6 feet, Sawyer asked: "Are you still growing?"
"No not growing. No more," was Wie's comeback.
Dressed in light sun dress, Wie was asked how she was going to continue balancing her golfing aspirations and her schooling. Wie said: "I have been doing this since forever. I am so used to juggling time and school and golf. When I go back to school (at Punahou) I concentrate on my school. I don't play in any tournaments. School comes first. It's not that hard."
(Note: The following part of the article pertaining to Good Morning America appeared in the print edition and does not appear on the internet. It was apparently written by Gree Kakesako.)
This morning Wie spent four minutes with ABC's Diane Sawyer on "Good Morning America".
Sawyer described Wie as "the great hope for every woman who dreams some day that there will be a woman right there taking on and beathing the men."
Sawyer said she had "to prove" that Wie was "just 15 years old" buy asking her who her heroes were." Presenting Wie with a white T-shirt Saywer asked if she could identify the face.
"Oh yeah," Wie said with a grin, "that's one of my favorites -- Brad Pitt.
"All right, she's 15," Sawyer proclaimed.
Wie was asked what her favorite food was.
Although the telecast's subtitles lited "sushi" along with "hot pink" as her favorite color, Wie responded: "Well, I don't know. This is my first time to New York and I had tried New York pizza. ... It was awesome. I had to get a heavy duty plate because the thing was so huge. It was so good with all that cheese and mushroom."
Noting that she was 6 feet, Sawyer asked: "Are you still growing?"
"No not growing. No more," was Wie's comeback.
Dressed in light sun dress, Wie was asked how she was going to continue balancing her golfing aspirations and her schooling. Wie said: "I have been doing this since forever. I am so used to juggling time and school and golf. When I go back to school (at Punahou) I concentrate on my school. I don't play in any tournaments. School comes first. It's not that hard."
Wednesday, August 03, 2005
Jerry Glanville in Hawaii
Glanville to wear floral Hawaiian shirt
Jerry Glanville and June Jones one-on-one
Glanville comes out blitzing
Jerry Glanville, the University of Hawai'i football team's new defensive coordinator, is learning what's in the fine print.
Jerry Glanville settles in
June Jones and Jerry Glanville
Jerry Glanville's promise
Jerry Glanville and June Jones one-on-one
Glanville comes out blitzing
Jerry Glanville, the University of Hawai'i football team's new defensive coordinator, is learning what's in the fine print.
Jerry Glanville settles in
June Jones and Jerry Glanville
Jerry Glanville's promise
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
Friday, July 15, 2005
Wie three away from the Masters
Michelle Wie defeats two guys in one day and is one of eight left (out of 156) at the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship.
Wie victims good sports
Wie victims good sports
Saturday, July 09, 2005
Wie falls short at Doral Open
Michelle Wie falls two strokes short of being the first female player in 60 years to make cut at a PGA event.
Will Wie go pro?
Will Wie go pro?
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Milwaukee takes Bogut no. 1 in NBA draft
The top three: Andrew Bogut, Marvin Williams, and Deron Williams.
Thursday, June 23, 2005
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
Thursday, June 16, 2005
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
Wednesday, May 11, 2005
Punahou no. 4
Sports Illustrated ranks Punahou as the fourth best high school athletic program in the country.
Monday, May 09, 2005
Monday, April 18, 2005
Tuesday, March 29, 2005
Sunday, March 20, 2005
Travis Lee wins NCAA title
The Saint Louis School alum finishes his Cornell career with 133 pound title
Tuesday, March 15, 2005
Friday, March 04, 2005
Monday, February 14, 2005
Saturday, February 12, 2005
Friday, February 11, 2005
Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Norm Chow headed to Tennessee
Norm Chow will leave national champion USC for the NFL
Norm Chow isn't going to change who he is
Chow brings new enthusiasm to Titans
Norm Chow isn't going to change who he is
Chow brings new enthusiasm to Titans
Sunday, February 06, 2005
Thursday, February 03, 2005
2005 Football Recruits
Brashton Satele was born to be a Warrior
Micah Kane weighing his options as a top college prospect
Kermit Alexander's nephew commits to Hawaii
Alualu and Rego head ILH All-Star team
Advertiser's All-State team
Laupepa Letuli (North Torrance High) verbally commits to Hawaii
Shawn Sisifo Lauvao is racking up the mileage
Michael Bass to transfer
Trask Iosefa (Punahou) headed to San Diego State
Rocky Savaiigaea commits to Hawaii
Former Bruin Idris Moss commits to Hawaii
Rego and Maiava named state players of the year
Davone Bess and Daniel Johnson (Skyline, Washington) commit to Hawaii
Five from Hawaii to visit Oregon State / update on Hawaii prospects
Tyler Williams commits to Utah
Aaron Kia commits to Hawaii
Antwan Mahaley, a 6-foot-4, 200-pound wideout from Carson High in Los Angeles; Marquez Jackson, a 5-8, 150-pound slotback from Gainesville, Ga., and Richard "R.J." Kiesel-Kauhane, a 6-2, 210-pound outside linebacker from 'Aiea High have verbally committed to Hawaii
Julien Petit will enroll at Hawaii
Micah Stickland headed for San Diego State, Kainoa LaCount to Oregon State
KayBrin Stevenson and Tomi Halai commit to Hawaii
Jordan Slye commits to Hawaii
John Estes commits to Hawaii
Erik Pederson commits to Hawaii
Raphael Ieru and Mike Washington headed for Hawaii
Jason Rivers may not return next season
Shaun Lauvao commits to Arizona State
John Fonoti headed for Hawaii
Verbal pledges were made by Blaze Soares, an All-State linebacker from Castle High School; Solomon Elimimian, a linebacker from Crenshaw High School in Los Angeles; Mario Cox, a multi-skilled player from McClymonds High in Oakland, and Siave Seti, a defensive tackle from West Los Angeles College.
Safety Al Afalava and receiver Spencer Hafoka both will sign with BYU. David Niumatalolo to New Mexico State.
Beltshazzar John "BJ" Fruean of Leilehua High School verbally commits to Hawaii
Hawaii signs 15 so far.
Hawaii caps recruiting season with commitment from Ulysses Dalton
Jones accuses Kahuku of directing players away from Hawaii and other craziness
Adam Leonard headed for Hawaii
JoPierre Davis headed for Hawaii
Micah Kane weighing his options as a top college prospect
Kermit Alexander's nephew commits to Hawaii
Alualu and Rego head ILH All-Star team
Advertiser's All-State team
Laupepa Letuli (North Torrance High) verbally commits to Hawaii
Shawn Sisifo Lauvao is racking up the mileage
Michael Bass to transfer
Trask Iosefa (Punahou) headed to San Diego State
Rocky Savaiigaea commits to Hawaii
Former Bruin Idris Moss commits to Hawaii
Rego and Maiava named state players of the year
Davone Bess and Daniel Johnson (Skyline, Washington) commit to Hawaii
Five from Hawaii to visit Oregon State / update on Hawaii prospects
Tyler Williams commits to Utah
Aaron Kia commits to Hawaii
Antwan Mahaley, a 6-foot-4, 200-pound wideout from Carson High in Los Angeles; Marquez Jackson, a 5-8, 150-pound slotback from Gainesville, Ga., and Richard "R.J." Kiesel-Kauhane, a 6-2, 210-pound outside linebacker from 'Aiea High have verbally committed to Hawaii
Julien Petit will enroll at Hawaii
Micah Stickland headed for San Diego State, Kainoa LaCount to Oregon State
KayBrin Stevenson and Tomi Halai commit to Hawaii
Jordan Slye commits to Hawaii
John Estes commits to Hawaii
Erik Pederson commits to Hawaii
Raphael Ieru and Mike Washington headed for Hawaii
Jason Rivers may not return next season
Shaun Lauvao commits to Arizona State
John Fonoti headed for Hawaii
Verbal pledges were made by Blaze Soares, an All-State linebacker from Castle High School; Solomon Elimimian, a linebacker from Crenshaw High School in Los Angeles; Mario Cox, a multi-skilled player from McClymonds High in Oakland, and Siave Seti, a defensive tackle from West Los Angeles College.
Safety Al Afalava and receiver Spencer Hafoka both will sign with BYU. David Niumatalolo to New Mexico State.
Beltshazzar John "BJ" Fruean of Leilehua High School verbally commits to Hawaii
Hawaii signs 15 so far.
Hawaii caps recruiting season with commitment from Ulysses Dalton
Jones accuses Kahuku of directing players away from Hawaii and other craziness
Adam Leonard headed for Hawaii
JoPierre Davis headed for Hawaii
Tuesday, January 25, 2005
The World's Greatest Golfer
According to official media sources, Kim Jong-Il shot a 34 (par 72) in his very first round of golf.
Monday, January 10, 2005
Tuesday, January 04, 2005
Friday, December 31, 2004
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
Tomey knows way to San Jose
Dick Tomey hired to succeed Fitz Hill at San Jose State
Tomey looks forward to competing against former assistants
Tomey looks forward to competing against former assistants
Sunday, December 26, 2004
Friday, December 17, 2004
Vince Carter sent to New Jersey
Toronto gets Alonzo Mourning, Eric Williams, Aaron Williams and two first round picks (Denver's picks in the KMart trade)
Thursday, December 16, 2004
Pedro now a Met
Will get $53 million for four years.
Says it was more of a committment than money
Adrian Beltre joins Richie Sexson in Seattle
Says it was more of a committment than money
Adrian Beltre joins Richie Sexson in Seattle
Sunday, December 12, 2004
Leinart wins Hesiman
Matt Leinart wins the Heisman Trophy. Peterson, White, Smith, Bush follow.
What more can Norm Chow do?
What more can Norm Chow do?
Friday, December 10, 2004
McGrady goes off
McGrady scores 13 points in 35 seconds to beat San Antonio at the buzzer
Mourning's body needs some rest
Mourning's body needs some rest
Wednesday, December 08, 2004
Chad Owens named All-American
Chad Owens named to second team twice
Owens named second team AP All-American and wins Mosi Tatupu Award as nation's best special teams player
Chris Kemoeatu named to first team
Jesse Mahelona named to first team by The Sporting News
Owens named second team AP All-American and wins Mosi Tatupu Award as nation's best special teams player
Chris Kemoeatu named to first team
Jesse Mahelona named to first team by The Sporting News
16-year old wins U.S. chess championship
Hiraku Nakamura is youngest U.S. champion since Bobby Fischer.
Monday, December 06, 2004
Urban Meyer leaves Utah for Florida
Urban Meyer chooses Florida over Notre Dame
Charlie Weis hired as new coach at Notre Dame
Tyrone Willingham signed as new head coach at Washington
Charlie Weis hired as new coach at Notre Dame
Tyrone Willingham signed as new head coach at Washington
Sunday, December 05, 2004
Hawaii upsets Michigan State, bowl-bound
Hawaii upsets Michigan State, 41-38, on national TV for third straight victory and a trip to the Hawaii Bowl
The field tilted again Saturday night
Jones says he's never seen flagrant holding and tackling on every play like that before
well officiated?
The field tilted again Saturday night
Jones says he's never seen flagrant holding and tackling on every play like that before
well officiated?
Saturday, December 04, 2004
Friday, December 03, 2004
Sunday, November 28, 2004
Saturday, November 27, 2004
Hawaii basketball comes back against Coastal Carolina
Rallies from a 22-point deficit to win 72-65. Riley Wallace gets 300th victory.
Kahuku upset by Leileihua
Leileihua defeats Kahuku 17-14 to advance to state championship game against Kamehameha
Friday, November 26, 2004
Hubie retires
Hubie Brown steps down as Memphis head coach due to unexpected health problems.
Brown said he had lost the spirit
The Czar hired to succeed Hubie
Lenny Wilkens resigns as Knicks coach
Brown said he had lost the spirit
The Czar hired to succeed Hubie
Lenny Wilkens resigns as Knicks coach
Friday, November 19, 2004
Brawl in Detroit
Artest fouls Big Ben
Big Ben shoves Artest
Artest lies on table
cup gets thrown on Artest
Artest and Jackson run into stands after fan
then it got wild
Oh yeah, I forgot about the dustpan
QRich comments
photos
Since when is Artest wearing no. 91? (Rodman's number)
Artest suspended for the rest of the season
Artest big fan of the Nobel Peace Prize
* * *
European players know not to go into the stands
Big Ben shoves Artest
Artest lies on table
cup gets thrown on Artest
Artest and Jackson run into stands after fan
then it got wild
Oh yeah, I forgot about the dustpan
QRich comments
photos
Since when is Artest wearing no. 91? (Rodman's number)
Artest suspended for the rest of the season
Artest big fan of the Nobel Peace Prize
* * *
European players know not to go into the stands
Holtz to retire, Spurrier next?
Lou Holtz will retire as head coach of South Carolina and will be reportedly be replaced by Steve Spurrier
Thursday, November 18, 2004
BJ Penn facing the Gracie tradition
Headlines highly anticipated martial arts card at the Blaisdell
Sims and O'Hare add to big card
BJ wins by decision
BJ's future bright after victory
* * *
Akebono to fight Royce Gracie in Japan
* * *
Chuck Liddell defeated Tito Ortiz last night on FSN (11/20/04). The fight was actually held in April
Sims and O'Hare add to big card
BJ wins by decision
BJ's future bright after victory
* * *
Akebono to fight Royce Gracie in Japan
* * *
Chuck Liddell defeated Tito Ortiz last night on FSN (11/20/04). The fight was actually held in April
Monday, November 15, 2004
Saturday, November 13, 2004
Warriors embarassed again on national TV
Fresno State runs over Hawaii 70 to 14
Advertiser poll
Looking at the bright side
Boise State barely survives in San Jose winning 56 to 49 in double overtime
Advertiser poll
Looking at the bright side
Boise State barely survives in San Jose winning 56 to 49 in double overtime
Friday, November 12, 2004
Thursday, November 11, 2004
Wednesday, November 10, 2004
Sunday, November 07, 2004
Timmy Chang sets record
Ryan Moats ran for 228 yards, but Chang threw for four touchdowns and broke Ty Detmer's NCAA record for passing yards. Hawaii defeated Louisiana Tech 34 to 23.
Wednesday, November 03, 2004
Monday, November 01, 2004
Yuta in Phoenix
Yuta Tabuse becomes the first Japanese player to make the NBA
Yuta scores 7 points in first NBA game
Yuta scores 7 points in first NBA game
Presidential Election and the Washington Redskins
Have the Washington Redskins games correctly predicted the results of every presidential election?
Kerry thrilled with Packers victory
Kerry thrilled with Packers victory
Sunday, October 31, 2004
St. Louis shut out by Kamehameha
Kamehameha 18, St. Louis 0. St. Louis is virtually eliminated in the ILH race. Not a good weekend for St. Louis.
Friday, October 29, 2004
Chang sets NCAA record on national TV
Unfortunately it was the wrong record and Hawaii lost 3-69 to Boise State on ESPN2
Mark Herrman happy to have his record broken
Mark Herrman happy to have his record broken
Wednesday, October 27, 2004
Monday, October 25, 2004
Friday, October 22, 2004
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Red Sox end curse to advance to World Series
Down three games to none, the Red Sox beat the Yankees four in a row to advance to the World Series
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
Monday, October 18, 2004
Saturday, October 16, 2004
Saturday, October 09, 2004
Midnight Showdown
Midnight Ohana will feature Bainum vs. Hannemann
Candidates square off on the court (photos)
Was Duke Bainum ever a paperboy?
Candidates square off on the court (photos)
Was Duke Bainum ever a paperboy?
Wednesday, October 06, 2004
bad name
This guy has possibly the worse name ever for a baseball pitcher
He ended up not walking anybody today, but the Yankees still won in 12 innings
He ended up not walking anybody today, but the Yankees still won in 12 innings
Tuesday, October 05, 2004
Sunday, October 03, 2004
Saturday, October 02, 2004
Dodgers walk past Giants into playoffs
Finley hits grand slam in the bottom of the ninth. Dodgers win 7-3
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