The 2025 ILWU Sports Calendar dropped, marking one of the union’s oldest traditions of bringing members together for fun and camaraderie. 

Golf’s Return to Kaua’i 

The season kicks off in Kauaʻi with the Local Statewide Golf Tournament. Tyson Moises, Kauaʻi Division Business Agent is the new Division Sports Coordinator for that island. He is also a 27-year baseball coach and active in the Kauaʻi athletics community. Moises is glad to see the statewide golf tournament to return to the Garden Isle. 

“The pandemic cancelled the last golf tournament scheduled in Kauaʻi. Iʻm excited to have our members return to our wonderful island. Theyʻll get to experience two great ILWU courses— Princeville Makai and The Ocean Course at Kokuala. I want members to come on over to the relaxing part of the islands, enjoy great scenery, great golf, good food and beverages, and of course, lots of fellowship.” Moises shared.

ILWU Fabric for 80 years

The ILWU sports program is one of the union’s longest-standing programs, going back to the 1940s. Joy Enomoto, the new Assistant Librarian at Local 142, comes into contact with photos and documents related to the program daily. 

“The sports program really took off in the post-war period. Everything from baseball, to boxing, to bowling to wrestling, member involvement in sports built pride and unity across the islands. There was even a sports program as part of some of the strikes to help keep members engaged and morale up,” said Enomoto. 

An Invitation to Members 

The program is led by the Local’s Secretary-Treasurer, Mike Victorino Jr. and Division Sports Coordinators. 

“The ILWU Sports Program is an integral part of ILWU Local 142. It fosters camaraderie, mentorship, and lasting friendships among members— true union solidarity in action. Through sports, we connect not only with one another but also with our families, strengthening bonds while promoting health, wellness, and a united community,” said Victorino. 

Members are encouraged to play and should contact their Division Sports Coordinator for more information.