Upcoming Hawaii Cycling Club events
The Hawaii Cycling Club has scheduled two bicycle training time trials combined with a Saturday ride option in September.
On Sept. 12 at 8 a.m. is the Mauna Kea — a six mile time trial with an elevation gain of 2500-ft on the Mauna Kea Access Road. Cyclists choosing the non-time trial Saturday Ride option should start between 7- 7:30 a.m.
The fourth annual “Out n Back” Training Time Trial and Saturday Ride takes place at 7 a.m. on Sept. 19. The course is 19.5 miles. The start is at Kaiminani Dr., and Queen Kaahumanu Hwy. Competitors will ride North 13.5 miles to mile marker 80, make a U-turn and return to the finish line at mile-marker 86.
The Saturday Ride non-time trial bicyclists will start shortly after the last time trial competitor.
Both events are free to HCC annual members. Non-members will pay a $10 one day membership fee. The annual membership fee is $20.
Visit hawaiicyclingclub.com for additional information.
5th Bieni 5K Fun Run and Dog Walk at HPA
Runners, walkers, friendly canines, and families are invited to participate in the Fifth Bieni 5K Fun Run and Dog Walk beginning at 9 a.m. on Sept. 20 at the Hawaii Preparatory Academy cross-country course. The course — located at the school’s Upper Campus — is a challenging, but fun and that includes hills, flats, grass and pavement.
Participants who preregister online by Sept. 8 will receive a race shirt and goodie bag. To register, visit: flpregister.com/154. Entry fees are $25 for participants 11 and older and $35 for those 11 and older with dogs.
This fun community event honors Bieni Kohler-Johnson, an HPA alumna who passed away in 2009 after a valiant battle against breast cancer. All net proceeds from the event fund the annual Bieni Kohler-Johnson ’83 Scholarship at HPA, which recognizes young women who are gifted in athletics, academics, or the arts.
The top fundraiser will receive the grand prize of a two-night stay at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. The runner-up fundraiser will receive a round of golf for four at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Fundraisers do not need to be present to win. Medals will be awarded to the top two overall male and female finishers and to the top three male and female finishers in each age division.
For more information, contact Liz Noetzel at989-9100 or email: HPArace@gmail.com.
Kupuna softball batting practice
Elderly Recreation Services will be hosting softball batting practice and pickup games for anyone 55 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Old Airport from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. starting Sept. 8th. Meet at the mauka field under the lights, on the north end of the park. Balls will be provided, but bring your own bat and glove.
For information, contact Kerry Crosson at 808-329-0101.
First Tee program fundraiser
A fundraiser will be held for the First Tee Program at Big Island Country Club on Sept. 6. Shotgun start at 8 a.m. with registration at 7 a.m. Entry Fee per person is $100, plus $20 mulligan and $20 closest to the pin for all four Par 3’s. Format is a two-person scramble with a maximum team handicap of 50.
Funds raised will be used to purchase clubs for the kids to use during the program, skag equipment for fun golfing instruction. Please join us for a fun day golf while helping the kids in our community.
Please email or call Peggy at 937-2380, peggyciriako@gmail.com.
Waimea bubble soccer registration open
Waimea Athletics is now accepting registration for 3 vs. 3 Bubble Ball Soccer. The max roster is five. Divisions offered are for ages 11-12 and 13-14.
Register online now until Sept. 2 at waimeaathletics.weebly.com.
A mandatory clinic will be held Sept. 2 from 4-5 p.m. at Waimea Park.
For more information, email waimeaathletics@gmail.com or call 640-5519.
Youth volleyball in Waimea
Waimea Athletics is currently accepting registrations for youth volleyball for ages 9-10, 11-12, and 13-14.
Register now until Sept. 10 online at waimeaathletics.com. Fee: $20 and includes uniform & league photo. Volunteer coaches are also needed.
A clinic will be held Sept. 8-10 at Thelma Parker Gym. For info, email waimeaathletics@gmail.com or call 640-5519.
On the ‘Emily T Gail Show’
Guests: Dr. Frank and Laura Mallery-Sayre talk story about the 18th Annual Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation Awards, Dinner, Dancing and Silent Auction at the Fairmont Orchid Sept. 5.
In 1997, 25 year old Daniel Sayre lost his life to a hiking accident in Pololu Valley. Frank and Laura watched as members of the Hawaii Fire Department volunteered to put their own lives at risk to recover their son’s body. They established the Daniel Sayre Foundation to honor men and women of the Hawaii County Fire Department that have gone above and beyond the call of duty and raise money for much needed rescue equipment and training. Over a million dollars has been raised to date. To purchase tickets or donate a silent auction item or individually purchase some of the equipment for the rescue teams, go to danielsayrefoundation.org for tickets or to donate.
Gail’s shows are available at espnhawaii.com, under the “lineup” tab, or on iTunes as a free podcast. For more information, contact Gail at 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.