Softball: Kona 1 for 2 at Slow-Pitch Softball Classic

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Kona’s Shut D beat defending champions Banzai 19-12 to win the men’s division at Hawaiian Isle Athletics’ 12th annual Slow-Pitch Softball Classic in July in Hilo.

Shut D members: Ray Estrella, Baba Lancaster, Pono Decker, Kameron Kawai, Edwordo Andrews, Jordan Gomes, Adam Tabieros, Clarence Alcoran III, Hauoli Alcoran, Tyler Curtis, Dustin Lapinid, Jamison Taketa and Jarret Taketa.

Oahu’s Kanaka Army fought off defending champions Hui Kahi of Kailua-Kona in the coed division.

Kanaka Army members: Sean Fernandez, Lolelani Kaalele, Zackery Elderts, Paula Kaalele, Jacob Espiau, Charmaine Espiau, Robert Campbell, Summer Davis, Tim Lierman, Cassie Chun-Ming, Sonny Harbottle, Cherisse Richards, Keoki Pang, Marquez, Kale Burgo, Loke Lastimosa, Mikey Akiu and Gordie Kaluahine.