Big Isle briefs, July 28

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Volleyball, hoops leagues on tap

Volleyball, hoops leagues on tap

There are two organizational meetings on tap for youth volleyball and basketball leagues.

Volleyball: 5 p.m. Aug. 4 at Aunty Sally’s Luau House. Parks and Recreation divisions are 14-and-under, 12U and 10U.

10U basketball: 5 p.m. Aug. 5 at Aunty Sally’s Luau House.

On both dates, registration packets will be distributed and league rules and format will be discussed.

For more information, call Darrell Yamamoto at 938-2012.

Keaau High bowling practice

Keaau High students interested in participating on the varsity bowling team should report to practice at 4 p.m. Aug. 11 at KMC Bowling Alley.

Practice will be held every Tuesday at the KMC Bowling Alley – fees are $8 for three games each practice session. Bring extra money ($3) for shoe rental if necessary.

Students should have valid physicals prior to practice.

For more information, contact coach Greg Gealon (936-0041) or the athletic office 313-3450 for more information.

Auto Club holds one-day meet

The Big Island Auto Club held an abbreviated points meet Saturday at Hilo Drag Strip.

The “Quick Four” Bracket Race

Winner: Dean Kalawe, Keeau, in a Chevy S-10 pickup truck (8.92 sec/132 mph).

Runner-up: David Francis, Paauilo, in a Chevy Vega (11.46/115).

Fastest car on the track: Dean Kalawe, Keeau, in a Chevy S-10 pickup truck (8.76/154).

Next race: August 15-16

Top shot

DeLance Wiegele took top honors at a Big Island Trap Club shoot earlier this month at the county trap and skeet range.

In an event that featured 100 targets in singles and 50 pairs in a doubles event, Wiegele (176) was followed by Andy Hallingstad (173) and Neil Arakaki (164) .

The club’s next shoot is from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday. Participants must supply shotguns, ammunition and eye and ear protection.

For more information, contact Dexter Egdamin at 936-4362.