If the Moku O Hawaii Outrigger Canoe Racing Association gave out an MVP award after a regatta, then Kai Ehitu’s Hiram Anakalea would be in the category of LeBron James.
Kai Ehitu put up a good fight, and so did Puna, but Kai Opua had more depth and firepower to win the Kailana regatta on Saturday at Hilo Bay, posting its 42nd consecutive Division A (15-40 events) title.
Kai Opua finished with 207 points, followed by Puna, 200; Kai Ehitu, 190; Kawaihae, 146; Keauhou, 144; Keaukaha, 109; Kamehameha, 94; and Paddlers of Laka, 54.
In Division B (1-14 events), Waikoloa took first with 54 points, followed by Keoua Honaunau, 51; Milolii, 21; Hui Wa’a O Waiakea, 20; Hanakahi, 12; and Kailana, 11.