There's only one way to describe this young paddler from Ngāti Tamaoho: Kacey Ngataki is waka ama and waka ama is Kacey Ngataki.
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Water Sports dominate Māori Sports Awards
Canoe racer Lisa Carrington (Te Aitanga a Mahaki, Ngāti Porou) wins 5th Rongomaraeroa award, capping off a successful night on and in the water.
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Waka race 100kms down Waikato River
The second edition of the Waikato 100 saw a 100km race on the Waikato River for rowing, waka ama, kayaking and SUP (paddle boarding).
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New research highlights benefits of waka ama
Researchers at Massey University have studied the benefits of waka ama and have proven that the fast-growing sport is a major vehicle for indigenous health promotion.
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Kitini Taihuka raises the bar in weightlifting
Champion waka ama paddler and star rugby player Kitini Taihuka has been involved in CrossFit since he was ten years old and just last week won the NZ Under 15 male NZ Olympic Weightlifting title.
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Development programme helps girls succeed
A strength training and athlete development programme is helping girls from Napier Girls’ High School reach their full potential.
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Keepa keeping it reo in world of sport
To celebrate Māori Language Week we have been following exponents of the language from the world of sports.
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Teneti a star on the rise in three sports
Kelsey Teneti is a world champion in waka ama, and an up-and-coming rugby player. Her passion, however, is hockey.
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“What's the name of this waka? Te Aho Matua!”
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi have launched two new waka today, a first for the school. Valued at $39,000, the two waka and a trailer were funded through a community grant based on public votes.
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Waka Ama Worlds draws to a close
The Waka Ama World Sprint Championships have come to end. The host nation were the most dominant on the course, with the NZ team the next best, finishing in 2nd place.