The "Elite" category
refers to national-level representation, where countries or regions field a single "all-star" crew made up of their absolute fastest athletes.
The IVF Singapore championship will host more than 3,000 paddlers representing 30 distinct nations ... closest thing to the
Olympics in outrigger canoe racing.
Our Coach
Jim Foti
Hawai'i Waterman Hall of Fame 2017
Jim is one of the most accomplished steersman in the history of canoe paddling. Growing up in the shores of Lanikai he learned to steer a canoe at age 6 and has spend a lifetime of guiding crews through the most challenging conditions in the world.
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Paddlers
Dedication. Hard Work. Passion.
The paddlers are a diverse group from different schools and areas of Oahu, and they have developed a bond that shows in their coordinated paddle strokes. The respect for each other and the love of their sport carries unto the boat and their daily living. They become one unit in symphony with each other and the ocean. Their dedication, hard work and effort is consistently shown in their races such as their first place in the Pailolo Challenge and second place in the Molokai Hoe. Several boys have been part of V6 state club champion teams, V6 state school champion teams, and are top OC-1/V-1 paddlers.
Nico Esguerra
Isaac Berryman
Kaula Ahsam
Nate Stoutemyer
Kepler Pharaon
Campbell Bagood
Noah Berryman
Christoph Gutierrez
Michael Hochart
Ean Omori
Sawyer Butler
Andy Horchart
Join Us in the Race
Kanaka Ikaika Racing Association, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is helping raise funds for the Junior Elite Hawai'i Team as they strive for victory at the 2026 World Outrigger Canoe Championship in Singapore in the 19-Under category. We have a talented group of young paddlers that have shown they have the drive and dedication needed to win. Your tax free sponsorships and donations fuel our journey towards this prestigious event.
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Our Sponsors
Supporters of Excellence
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Reach out to the contact below to find out how you or your business can make a tax deductible donation.
You can also write your check to Kanaka Ikaika Racing Association and mail it to PO BOX 342152
Kailua, HI 96734. Indicate in your check that the donation is for the Junior Elite Hawai'i Team 2026.