Lanikai Canoe Club claims eighth straight OHCRA title at Keehi Lagoon

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 4:06 PM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Summary

Lanikai Canoe Club secured its eighth consecutive title at the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association Championship regatta held at Keehi Lagoon on July 20, 2026. Dominating the competition, Lanikai recorded 15 victories and 18 second-place finishes, amassing 226 points. This achievement matches the longest championship win streak in OHCRA history. Lanikai's success was bolstered by strong performances from keiki paddlers, winning five of the first seven races. The club's winning momentum continued with significant contributions from its adult paddlers, including a standout performance from the women’s masters 65 crew. Lanikai has now accumulated 48 straight OHCRA wins since 2017.

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  • Lanikai scored 226 points, surpassing Outrigger's 141 points.
  • Five Lanikai crews finished the season undefeated.
  • The regatta featured nearly 4,000 competitors across 44 races.
  • Lanikai's streak ties with Outrigger Canoe Club’s titles from 1985-1992.
  • Leeward Kai dominated the AA division with 88 points.
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  • 4:06 PMYahoo SportsLanikai goes wire to wire to claim eighth straight OHCRA title
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On a sports-filled Sunday that started with Spain’s extra-time win to dethrone Argentina in the World Cup title, Lanikai Canoe Club closed out the day with another dominant championship effort on the water to add to its dynastic outrigger canoe paddling streak. Six-time defending Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association state champion Lanikai continued its undefeated run through the summer regatta ...

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