Lanikai claims seventh consecutive state paddling championship at Keehi Lagoon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 9:32 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
BasketballLanikai Canoe Club secured its seventh straight state championship on August 1 at Keehi Lagoon. Competing against 57 clubs in the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association State Championship, Lanikai totaled 479 points, well ahead of Hawaiian's 397. The club's strong start included seven first-place finishes, allowing them to maintain a lead throughout the competition. Head coach Scott Freitas emphasized the team's collective effort and focus on the process, ensuring steady performances from all age groups. Lanikai's success extends beyond this event, marking their 48th consecutive win in the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association competitions since 2017.
- •Lanikai amassed 479 points, dominating the AAAA Division.
- •Seven first-place finishes helped solidify their lead early on.
- •Lanikai has now won 48 consecutive OHCRA competitions since 2017.
- •Hawaiian Canoe Club finished second with 397 points.
- •Competitors spanned nearly 3,000 paddlers aged 7 to 87.
- 9:32 PMYahoo Sports — Lanikai extends state paddling championship streak to 7
"Believe in the process. Unlike the “trust the process” mantra employed by the constantly rebuilding Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA, Lanikai Canoe Club has built a proven winner through its successful formula that has led to seven straight outrigger canoe paddling state championships. In a field of 57 clubs from six outrigger canoe paddling organizations, Lanikai dominated the Hawaiian Canoe ...
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