Full Speed into Regatta Season By Anthony Hunt CANOE ALLEY SPORTS RESULTS, EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH & MORE
➳ With momentum building, the Canoe Racing Committee is charging into 2025 with renewed energy and clear purpose. It has been an adventurous two years since the Committee created a Strategic Plan in early 2023 as part of a larger effort to bring OCC paddling back to the esteemed place it historically held. One of the most exciting developments this season is the number of members par- ticipating and the range of ages that are turning out. With more than 300 paddlers registered by early May, we’re on a trajec- tory Outrigger hasn’t seen in over 20 years! There are now coaching staffs and train-
ing programs for every age group of paddlers, and we are seeing increased numbers in each segment of the program. We are also seeing a resurgence of interest from members who once paddled but had not been par- ticipating in recent years.
We all walk by the many trophies in the Lobby and Ka Mo’i Bar that hail OCC’s past victories, but we are now back on a path that will lead to future championships. The Club welcomes paddlers of all ages and levels. It’s an exciting time to be part of OCC’s paddling rebirth—keep an eye out early next year for chances to join the 2026 season! ■
PHOTO BY TOMMY PEIRUKI
22 AMA | JULY / AUGUST 2025
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