Hawaii Tribune-Herald · Jan 10, 2016
BIIF paddling: Waiakea boys pull surprise
On calm water with minimal resistance from the Wailoa River current, the Waiakea boys canoe paddlers pulled the surprise of the day.
The Warriors won the half-mile race at the first all-schools BIIF regatta at Hilo Bay, showing the ability to produce a strong turn and finishing kick.
Saturday’s race was basically a preview for the BIIF championship, which will be held Jan. 23 back at Hilo Bay.
Unfortunately, there were no heats for the boys and girls events, only the mixed race. Heats always test a team’s depth and a coach’s strategy.
For the boys and girls races, there are three alternatives each behind the six starters. For the mixed race, there are four backups.