High School Football

Kailua earned its first win of the season with a 33-30 triumph over Leilehua, highlighted by Rusty Whitlock’s game-clinching interception. The victory ended a three-game losing streak for the Surfriders, which included losses to two Hawaii teams and a high-scoring matchup in Las Vegas. Quarterback Romeo Ortiz played a key role, throwing for 90 yards […]

Nainoa Lopes led Saint Louis to a decisive victory over Kamehameha in their league opener, throwing four touchdown passes. He connected twice with Hashley Kingston Siliado and added scores to Stytyn Lasconia and Titan Lacaden. Dallas Pelen-Talalotu rounded out the scoring with a 65-yard blocked punt return. Kamehameha’s lone score came from a 58-yard touchdown […]

By Wes Nakama Even a young and inexperienced Punahou football team was too much for ‘Iolani on Friday afternoon, as the visiting Buff ‘n Blue shut out the Raiders, 42-0, at Eddie Hamada Field. It was the first meeting between Division I ‘Iolani and Open Division Punahou since 2016, when the Buff ‘n Blue won, […]

By: Annaliese Gumboc The Saint Louis Crusaders once reigned supreme in Hawaii high school football, earning the title of “Hawaii’s Team.” Under the leadership of head coach Cal Lee and his brother Ron Lee, the Saint Louis Crusaders’ dominance stretched across decades. From 1986 to 1998, the Crusaders captured every Oahu Prep Bowl title, cementing […]

Kahuku delivered a commanding 66-7 victory over Waimea in front of their home crowd. Despite making the trip to Oahu, Waimea couldn’t find their footing against a dominant Kahuku team. With this win, Kahuku improves to 3-1 on the season and sets their sights on a highly anticipated showdown against Mater Dei on September 14th. […]

Kamehameha exploded with 30 points in the first quarter, setting the tone for a dominant 44-6 victory over Waipahu at Kunuiakea Stadium on Friday night. Maddox Sharrer started the scoring frenzy with an 88-yard kickoff return. Shortly after, Jevin Bolos-Reyes connected with Ty Perkins on a 34-yard touchdown pass, doubling the lead to 14-0. Special […]

By Wes Nakama The state’s best high school basketball player is proving to be one of the best in football, as well. Pupu Sepulona, the reigning two-time State Player of the Year in hoops, made a team-high six tackles — including two and half sacks — broke up a pass and added a touchdown catch […]

Despite 12 years of experience at Kahuku, Sterling Carvalho’s path to becoming head coach faced its share of critics. In a January 2018 article announcing Carvalho’s hiring, a commenter criticized the Red Raiders, comparing them to Alabama and questioning their constant coaching changes. “Kahuku acts like they’re Alabama or something, changing coaches like they change […]

The Campbell Sabers, led by quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, secured a decisive 49-17 victory over Punahou on Saturday. Sagapolutele showcased his talent with 323 yards and five touchdowns, overcoming a tough Punahou defense and even shaking off an injury scare. Both teams now turn their attention to league play. Punahou will face ‘Iolani on September 6th, […]

By: Wes Nakama With its defense and special teams holding down the fort early on, Farrington’s aerial attack found itself in the second half and propelled the Governors to an impressive 42-0 victory Friday night against Rancho Mirage (Calif.) at cool and breezy Skippa Diaz Stadium. Farrington improved to 3-0, while last night’s game was […]