Kalani High School’s Varsity Outrigger Paddling program embodies the spirit of Hawai‘i’s ocean heritage and the values of teamwork, discipline, and endurance. As part of the OIA’s winter sports season, paddlers train rigorously in both technique and conditioning, developing strength, coordination, and unity on and off the water. Representing Kalani with pride, the team competes in regattas across O‘ahu, culminating in the OIA and HHSAA State Championships. The program emphasizes respect for the ocean, commitment to teammates, and sportsmanship—core values that reflect both the traditions of paddling and the mission of Kalani Athletics. GO FALCONS!
Head Coach: Kainoa Sanford
Email: paddling@kalanihs.org
Biography: Coach Kainoa Sanford, a 2008 Moanalua High School graduate, brings 25 years of paddling experience and 17 years of coaching to the sport. He has coached for ʻĀlapa Hoe Canoe Club and various high school programs, including Moanalua High School, focusing on developing athletic talent and fostering teamwork at both the club and high school levels. Coach Kainoa is currently entering his second year as the head coach of the Kalani High School paddling team. He is committed to strengthening the program by building a strong team culture, improving paddling fundamentals, and encouraging student-athletes to grow both on and off the water.
Assistant Coaches
Ryan Sanford
Sheila Sanford
