Hawaii Waterman
Hall of Fame

Individuals are inducted into the Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame for their sustained outstanding contribution to the sport, and their international, national, and local accomplishment and recognition. The Hawaii Waterman Hall of Fame honors those remarkable legends within our islands’ water sports community whose lifetime of contributions have inspired and perpetuated the unique connection between our kamaaina and the ocean. If you would like to nominate an individual who has been an exceptional contributor to our water sports community, please download and fill out the nomination form here and email it to info@dukefoundation.org.


The 2024 induction event took place on Thursday, November 7, at Outrigger Canoe Club.

2024 Inductees

Past Inductees

Nick Beck
Mike Stewart
Kelly Fey
Kai Lenny
Dave Kalama
Ann Yoshida
Tommy Holmes
Bruce Blankenfeld
Duane DeSoto
George "Dad" Center
Sonny Tanabe
Bill Smith
Ricky Grigg
Archie Kalepa
Brian Keaulana
Michael Tong
Eddie Aikau
Keo Nakama
Rell Sunn