Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula roll into third round of U.S. Open
World No. 1 Iga Swiatek of Poland nearly delivered her second-round opponent a double bagel, instead settling for a 6-0, 6-1 triumph over Japanese qualifier Ena Shibahara at the U.S. Open on Thursday in New York.
UH defensive end Wynden Ho‘ohuli carries on family tradition
Runnin’ with Rani: Another year, another triumph on Kaloko Drive
KAILUA-KONA — Under beautiful sunny skies, cyclists gathered at the bottom of Kaloko Drive on August 18 for the annual Pedal Til Ya Puke 6.5-Mile Hill Climb, an event that has become synonymous with grit, endurance and sheer determination.
PHOTOS: Queen Lili‘uokalani heats ramp up
By Conor Langs
Serena Williams reflects on her life and legacy in a new docuseries
In March 2001, Serena Williams, then just 19, was booed mercilessly by the crowd during the tournament final of the Indian Wells Open in California. The jeering included racist slurs, and it was arguably the most terrifying and scarring thing to happen to Williams during her spectacular career.
UCLA coordinator Malloe reaches new heights climbing the ladder
BIIF volleyball: Parker remains unbeaten; KSH tournament begins today
KEALAKEKUA — Parker School girls volleyball’s undefeated start to the season remained intact during Tuesday’s outing at Konawaena High School.
As MLB veterans head south for money and opportunity, the Mexican League has its moment
MEXICO CITY — Ryan Meisinger decided to go to Mexico on July 1. When he landed, he was officially an employee of the Diablos Rojos del México, a baseball team in the Mexican League.
Tom Brady faces TV restrictions if he buys piece of Raiders
LAS VEGAS — Tom Brady’s nearly three-year pursuit to purchase a minority share of the Raiders could be coming to a conclusion.
UH-H athletics: Men’s soccer voted third in preseason coaches poll
The top three teams in the final 2023 Pacific West Conference men’s soccer standings were only separated by 1.5 games, and if you believe the league’s coaches, 2024 could be very much the same.
NFL cuts: Patriots waive QB Bailey Zappe; Chiefs cut WR Kadarius Toney
The New England Patriots waived quarterback Bailey Zappe on Tuesday.
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.
Local sports briefs: Kai ‘Ehitu dominates World Sprints; Ehunui gets first win
Kai ‘Ehitu dominates World Sprints
BIIF volleyball: Ka Makani dominates in road victory; KSH wins season opener
KAILUA-KONA — With several Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) fall sports events postponed or cancelled over the weekend due to the tropical storms, Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy and Kealakehe girls volleyball’s matchup was one of the few that stayed on schedule.
CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys agree to massive four-year contract extension
DALLAS — CeeDee Lamb cemented his status as an elite wide receiver the past two seasons.
Five guys who caught my eye in 49ers’ preseason finale
It would be too snarky to say the five players who stood out in the San Francisco 49ers’ preseason finale were the five who lateraled the football on the “Hail Mordecai” final play of Friday’s 24-24 tie to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Seahawks trade for Trevis Gipson as Uchenna Nwosu could be out weeks
SEATTLE — The news seemed a little ominous when it came down early Monday morning that the Seattle Seahawks had pulled off a trade with Jacksonville to add outside linebacker Trevis Gipson.