Stories by Conor Langs

Champs again: Kona football claims CPB/BIIF DI title over Kea‘au

KEALAKEKUA — Clinching island titles have never been No. 13 Konawaena football’s ultimate goal, but head coach Brad Uemoto admitted that Saturday night’s Central Pacific Bank/Big Island Interscholastic Federation Division I Championship win over Kea‘au was a step in the right direction for where the Wildcats ultimately want to be at the end of the season.

Runnin’ with Rani: 17th annual Run for the Dry Forest

PU‘UWA‘AWA‘A — Over 250 runners took to the scenic trails of Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a Forest Reserve on Saturday, October 19th, for the 17th annual Run for the Dry Forest. Participants chose among the 10K or 5K trail running events, or the family-friendly Keiki Dash, with each course showcasing the natural beauty and unique landscape known of this historic area.

BIIF volleyball: HPA wins back-to-back CPB/BIIF titles

During Friday’s Central Pacific Bank/Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) Division II Girls Volleyball Championship in Waimea, No. 1 (West) Hawaii Preparatory Academy coach Daena Craven believed everything came together for her group.

All-BIIF baseball and softball teams released

The 2024 All-BIIF baseball and softball teams were released earlier this week. Stars from all across the island were recognized for their individual play and leadership in helping their teams throughout the spring season.