Mike Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship Fishing Tournament

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posted: Fri Mar 19, 2010 at 12:27 PM

The Mike Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship Fishing Tournament was held along Oahu shorelines from September 18 – 20, 2009. This event was put on by the Pacific Islands Fisheries Group. Approximately 150 people entered in the various divisions to vie for thousands of dollars in prizes, such as rods, reels, Naoki originals, fishing gear, and gift certificates.

A benefit tournament for the Mike Sakamoto Memorial Scholarship, the tournament raised money that will ultimately be rewarded to prospective college students planning to study in a marine management-related field. Sakamoto was a staunch advocate for responsible fishing, embodying the Pacific Islands Fisheries Group’s motto of “Fish Today for Fish Tomorrow”. This inaugural tournament marks the beginning of an annual event to honor Sakamoto, who passed away in January from cancer.

The winning fish in the ulua category was a 48-pounder, caught by Craig Nakamoto.

Ulua

1. Craig Nakamoto 48.1 lbs

2. Harry Shinno 30.2

3. Marc Morioka 27.0

4. Norman Inouye 25.0

5. Darrell Salondake 21.7

6. Miles Kaneshiro 19.1

Papio

1. Jeff Manatad 6.54 lbs

2. Raty Phomenone 3.70

3. Dexter Mitte 3.67