Stories by Conor Langs

PHOTOS: Hilo High unveils new turf field

Hilo High School has installed a new artificial turf football field as part of an $11-million upgrade project, which will also include a cutting-edge rubberized track. Contractor Nan Inc. began construction on the project in Dec. 2023, following a design and planning process that started in 2017. (Tim Wright/Courtesy Image)

BIIF volleyball: Kona, Parker sweep season openers

KEALAKEKUA — Konawaena girls volleyball opened its season with a warm welcome from the green-and-white faithful, as hundreds packed into Ellison Onizuka Gymnasium to watch the 2023 Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) Division II runner-ups take on Kohala.

BIIF football: Kohala opens season; Kona gets back on track

KAPA‘AU — Hundreds gathered Saturday afternoon at Kohala High School to watch the Cowboys football team open its season against O‘ahu Division II opponent Kalaheo. The Mustangs’ well-balanced offensive attack overwhelmed Kohala, leaving the Big Island with a 40-6 win in the non-conference matchup.