CANOE ALLEY SPORTS RESULTS, EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH & MORE
Recognizing Greatness One of OCC’s illustrious and beloved Winged “O” members, Duke Kahanamoku, receives another pres gious award. By Nancy Lueck
make him a true trailblazer in sports history,” said Jo Mirza, AAU President. “We are grateful to the Outrigger Canoe Club for accepting the award and for their many efforts in bringing our two organizations closer together.” The Crawford Lifetime Achievement Award has been presented annually since 2017 and was established to honor Gussie Crawford, the first female president of the AAU, who was a pioneer in
➳ Duke Kahanamoku is the recipient of the 6th Annual Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gussie Crawford Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his achievements as a five-time Olympic medalist and humanitarian. “Duke Kahanamoku is a perfect representation of what The Crawford Award stands for. His athletic prowess on the international level, his community impact as ‘Ambassador of Aloha,’ and his introduction of surfing to a global audience
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