Stories by Conor Langs

What are the most expensive game-worn jerseys by sport? Could any break Babe Ruth’s record?

Babe Ruth’s “called shot” jersey from the 1932 World Series sold for $24.12 million over the weekend, becoming the most expensive piece of sports memorabilia ever. But what are currently the most expensive game-worn jerseys in other sports, what could be the item to break the new record, and what could be the first women’s sports jersey to break the $1-million mark? We asked the experts.

Queen Lili‘uokalani Races begin this week

KAILUA-KONA — The Queen Lili‘uokalani Canoe Races welcomes 2,500 paddlers to the world’s largest outrigger canoe long distance race. Race participants and their ‘ohana enjoy five days of racing and events in Kona beginning Thursday and lasting through Monday.

Keauhou Canoe Club awards scholarships

KEAUHOU-KONA — Kelson Omori of Captain Cook and Brendon-Lee Cordero of Kealakekua are recipients of 2024 scholarships from Keauhou Canoe Club (KCC). The graduating seniors recently received their $2,000 scholarships at a presentation during a KCC board of directors meeting.