ODKF And Primo Present The Waterman Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony On August 24
August 21st, 2010 by Adam
ODKF and Primo Beer will host the inaugural Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner on August 24, 2010, 6 p.m., at the Outrigger Canoe Club. Inductees of the Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame will be honored at the event.
For more information, visit www.dukefoundation.org or call ODKF at 808-545-4880.
About Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation
ODKF is a public nonprofit foundation created with the mission to financially support the development of individuals and organizations perpetuating the spirit and legacy of Duke Kahanamoku. In 2010, ODKF awarded $155,000 in college scholarships and athletic grants to 92 individuals and nonprofit organizations involved in water sports and volleyball in Hawaii. Awardees included college-bound scholar-athletes from Hawaii, accomplished individuals and teams competing overseas, and nonprofit organizations supporting water sports and volleyball programs in the islands. For more information, visit www.dukefoundation.org
About Primo Beer
Primo dates back to 1897 when it was first brewed by Hawaiian Brewing and Malting Company. Today, Primo is a craft-brewed beer with a flavor developed in Hawaii for Hawaii. Primo has the smoothness and drinkability of a light lager with a satisfying taste for today’s beer drinkers. Primo is also proud to support its surrounding communities by donating a portion of the proceeds from each case of Primo to nonprofit organizations that help preserve and perpetuate Hawaiian culture and environment. For more information about Primo Beer, visit www.primobeer.com
Nine ocean and water sports legends of Hawaii are in the inaugural class of inductees, including three posthumous honorees:
· Eddie Aikau – Surfing, Ocean Safety Lifeguard
· Wally Froiseth – Surfing, Canoe Paddling
· Fred Hemmings – Surfing
· Duke Kahanamoku – Surfing, Swimming, Canoe Paddling
· Buffalo Keaulana – Surfing, Ocean Safety Lifeguard
· Rabbit Kekai – Surfing, Canoe Paddling
· Keo Nakama – Swimming
· Nappy Napolean – Canoe Paddling
· Rell Sunn – Surfing, Paddling, First Female Lifeguard
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