NOVEMBER 2, 2016 - VOLUME 31, ISSUE 43
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Molokai Voters’ Guide
Photos by Rick Schonely
By Molokai Dispatch Staff
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FARMERS REPEAT AS
MIL CHAMPS By Rick Schonely | Sports Reporter
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t was Thursday night under the lights of War Memorial Stadium in Kahului, Maui last Thursday. The Molokai High School eight-man football team was ready to face off with arch rival Seabury Hall for the biggest game of the season, the Maui Interscholastic League Championships. “Seabury put together a great game plan and came at us with some new formations that took a while for us to adjust to," said Head Coach Mike Kahale. "We found ourselves down 12-0 after an early score and turnover. I knew that if we kept our composure and did not panic that we would be able to overcome.” After a nail-biter first quarter, the Farmers did indeed overcome, and got back on track to take a 19-12 lead at halftime. The running game was in full gear for Molokai as they had 346 yards rushing with Hauoli Caparida leading the way with 143 yards on 15 carries and two touchdowns. Braiden Asuncion ran the ball 10 times for 138
yards. Quarterback Jayden DudoitTabilangan threw for one touchdown and ran for three more. Defense was the key is this game as the Farmers played well and had a crucial goal line stand in the second half that was a key point in the game. Molokai won the game 45-25 to repeat at MIL Champions. The Farmers, 5-0, have won 11 straight games and captured their second title since restarting football here just a few years ago. Senior Jershon Kaalekahi, in his first year of HS football and fresh off a 13th place state finish in Air Riflery, had a key defensive play as he intercepted a short throw over the middle and ran it all the way to the end zone for a 50 yard touchdown. "I have always loved playing football, and to have the opportunity to play for Molokai High my senior year was a treat," said Kaalekahi. "To be MIL champs just made it even sweeter. It was an exciting season, especially that championship game. And even though we faced adversity, we came together as a team and came out on
top." Kahale had words of praise for senior captain Dudoit-Tabilangan. "[He] led the team downfield throwing a 10 yard strike to Shraedon Naeole-Starkey for our first score and then followed up with a quarterback sneak, and bootleg run for the next two scores,” said Kahale of the struggle early in the game. “Our boys had to dig deep as this was a game in which they were truly tested. They showed resilience and never gave up." Kahale said the team's defensive stand in the third quarter where Seabury had a firstand goal inside the five was huge, changing the momentum in the Farmers' favor. Senior lineman Nainoa BishawMokiao, who plays on both offense and defense like many of his teammates, helped lead his team to victory. “The championship we won on Thursday night... wasn't just us players and coaches relaxing and not putting in work -- it took hard work, dedication, and sacrifice," he said after the
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Photo by Charity Dudoit
THIS WEEK’S
Dispatch Photo by Catherine Cluett
eneral Election Day is approaching on Tuesday, Nov. 8. Your vote is your voice and one of the most powerful forces to shape the future by electing a representative government who will make decisions which affect you, your family and your community. On this year's ballot, Molokai voters will choose the new U.S. President, U.S. Senator and Representatives, State Representative, Office of Hawaiian Affairs Trustees and Maui County Councilmembers. The Presidential frontrunners, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, have divided the country in a historic battle, leaving many voters disenchanted with the election process. However, even if you choose not to vote for one of those candidates, there are three other choices you can select from on the ballot. Hawaii does not allow write-in votes. One of the most contested seats on Molokai is the Maui County Council Molokai representative seat, for which incumbent Stacy Helm Crivello and hopeful Keani Rawlins-Fernandez will both appear on the ballot. Molokai's Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustee seat was already selected as Colette Machado in the Primary Election due to a majority vote rule. Along with this year's General Election candidates, several amendments to the State Constitution and Maui County Charter will also be voted upon. Voting can be confusing, and seeing the ballot for the first time at the polls can be overwhelming if you’re not prepared. So to help you get ready for this year’s General Election, the Dispatch has compiled a Molokai sample ballot for your review on page 3. What: 2016 General Election When: Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you can’t make it to the polls, early walk-in voting on Molokai is being held at the Mitchell Pauole Center between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. (closed 12 to 1 p.m.) Monday to Friday and 8 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, until Saturday, Nov. 5. Where: Check your voter registration card that was mailed to you or visit Hawaii.gov/elections to get your precinct location. Polling places on Molokai are: Kilohana Community Center, Kaunakakai School Cafeteria, Kualapu`u Community Center, Maunaloa Community Center or Kalaupapa Settlement Hall. Who: You must be a registered Hawaii voter to cast your ballot. If you haven't yet registered, you can complete late registration during early walk-in voting, see above. What to bring to the polls: A valid photo I.D. with signature, such as a Hawaii driver’s license or state I.D. card. How: When voting in the General Election, you can cast your vote for any candidate, regardless of party affiliation. You can only vote for one candidate in each contest. On this ballot, you can also vote "yes" or "no" on several amendments to the State Constitution and Maui County Charter. Review both sides of your ballot before voting. Fill in the box completely to the left of your choice. Visit hawaii.gov/elections or call 270-7749 for more information.
WALKING IN HER SHOES By Catherine Cluett Pactol | Editor
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olokai police officers, donning pink shirts, squeezed their feet into high heels and hobbled down the wharf to downtown Kaunakakai. Though there was a lot of laughter -- and groans of pain -- the cause was more serious: raising awareness for breast cancer and domestic violence -- both commemorated during the month of October. The march, called Walk Awhile in Her Shoes, honored the struggles of women facing a variety of hardships,
and policemen were joined in the effort by community members. The event was hosted by the Domestic Violence Task Force under Child and Family Services (CFS). Charity Dudoit of CFS said the Molokai walk -- held for the first time this year -- was inspired by an international event called "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" in which men march to raise awareness for sexual violence. "Because the uniqueness of Molokai and because it is also Breast Cancer
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