[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 1:11 pm HST]
Hawaii no ka oi! What a tremendous victory, and you deserve it all. Great sportsmanship, skills, and strategy. As everyone has said, thank you for sharing this with all of us. I hope one day, someone makes a movie about your journey to the top of the world! Mahalo,
denise teraoka
san francisco

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 12:10 pm HST]
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CHAMPIONS OF THE LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD!!! We are so proud of all of you, the coaches and families! Take the gifts of this moment of faith, persistance, determination and aloha in all that you do. Hard work does pay off! Your lives will never be the same and know that you've touched so many lives around the world. We are so very proud of you in the way you handled adversity, and yet, coming up with the win. You deserved it! You've made us ALL so very proud and CONGRATULATIONS!
WillieDean & Mary Ann
Punchbowl

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 11:32 am HST]
For 27 years I lived on Oahu(the last 7 years in Florida), only 10 miles from Maitland. From the Regional on, our area papers were filled with headlines, articles and community support for the Maitland Little League team. I learned that a team from Ewa Beach was also in the LLWS the first time I watched Maitland on ESPN.I was shocked when I found little coverage in the Advertiser that same day. Oahu friends didn't even respond to my excited e-mails about the impending clash between Maitland/Ewa Beach. I would be a winner either way. Florida has been in the LLWS almost 30 times and never won it all. Be proud kids-you are Champions and represented Hawaii well. I kinda wish Hawaii had matched Florida in early support but perhaps I'm too far away to know what really happened. Aloha to all.
Russ
Longwood, Florida

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 11:24 am HST]
What an outstanding game! Gentlemen, coaches, parents, all your hard work payed off! Congratulations! :)Thanks for representing Hawaii well. You maintained your composure, sportsmanship and focus even when it looked like it was over with. That's what makes you guys true heroes! Win or lose we would've still been so proud, but, WOW!, you guys did it and brought home the victory! Talk about a story to tell your grandchildren! We weren't able to see the last inning b/c of our local news so I'm going to e-mail them and tell them they need to replay the game. I'll try not to be too "tita" about it! :) Once again, mahalo for the awesome game! And remember to always keep that same focus and "hiki no" attitude in life...you will go far! Aloha!
Danni Kunesh
Green Bay, WI

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 11:15 am HST]
Congratulations on an awesome victory. You guys had me on the edge of my seat. God Bless the players, coaches and your families. You guys made feel proud to be from HAWAII.
Alex Rista
Kapolei, Hawaii

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 11:12 am HST]
Aloha & congrats from ATL!!! Ya'll were AWESOME from beginning to end! I had chicken-skin the whole time. I never screamed, cried or laughed so much over a game. Then NBC cut into the Hurricane update going into the 7th inning (as if). I thought I was gonna die!! I had my husband channel surf and there ya'll were, BAM!! home run from Memea. UNREAL!!!! Born and raised in Waipahu and Ewa Beach, Hawaii is still home. EVERYONE now knows what it means to have the Aloha spirit. No one argued during bad calls (we all did the yelling for Coach Aliviado) and none of the boys gave up or whined. They showed maturity, confidence, & patience & they knew they were gonna WIN!!!Yeah Baby!!! Coach Layton you still the same from high school (quiet and laid back). Again congrats LL WORLD CHAMPS & FAMILY!!
Nelson Ohana
Atlanta, Georgia

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 11:05 am HST]
WOW!! Was there any doubt? What more need be said. You guys have given new meaning to the words "Dream Team"... You have transcended all Dream Teams, even in the pro ranks. Congratualtions Coach Alviado and staff! Congratulations parents! And last but not least Congratulations Dream Team Ewa Beach Little Leaguers of 2005. You are truly World Champions, on and off the field! You have set the bar high. Imua and best of luck to all of you in the years ahead. Proud of you guys!
Lene Manuma
San Diego, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 11:04 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS EWA BEACH BOYS! what a way to finish--to come from behind 6-3 and win in extra innings! thanks for such an exciting game to watch! i'm so happy for you boys--made me so proud to be from HAWAII! :-) (will always be a maili girl!) ALOHA!
michelle i.
greenville, sc

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:59 am HST]
What an exciting series and final from the boys and coaching staff of Ewa Beach, HI. The determination and class the team displayed throughout the tournament made me proud to be from Ewa Beach living in NC. Congratulations again "ya'll" talofa.
Tavai Family
Laurinburg,NC/Ewa Beach

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:57 am HST]
Congratulations on such an awesome and well-deserved victory! We were routing for you all the way out here in New Hampshire. Hope to see you back in PA next year for your back-to-back win!
Kevin Brown
Sandown, NH

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:56 am HST]
Much Aloha to you folks.I am a new resident to the island, and I get tear gerked every time I think of what you young gentle men have accomplished. It really makes me pruod to know you`ve made our island, and home town the chanps, but of course I allready knew you where #1. The best to you and your families.Heartfelt congrads on your sucess.
Rick & Danielle
ewa beach,hi

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:53 am HST]
Congratulations on a great victory, the comeback in the 6th inning showed a rtremendous amount of heart! What a game, truly memeorable, my heart goes out to Ewa Beach team.
Bill Brown
Koloa Kauai

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:51 am HST]
When I heard Hawaii was in the Championship game, I knew I had to watch. Wow! What a comeback. Not once, but twice. The mark of true Champions. Congradulations from one who loves Hawaii. Tony Smaldone UH Manoa class of '71
Tony Smaldone
New Paltz NY

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:51 am HST]
My desk calendar for today reads: "That it will never come again is what makes each day so sweet!" How appropriate a statement. What a wonderful Sunday all of you experienced, and what a range of emotions you allowed we fans to feel. Congratulations for a "job well done" and for the "if you believe" attitude all of you displayed. The pride the entire State of Hawaii is feeling is attributed to your dedication and hard work; to your coaches' guidance and to the love and support of your parents and family. Mahalo for giving an Ewa Beach resident like me a moment to share that pride. May our good Lord continue to bless each and every one of you in your coming and going, West Oahu Little League!
Myrna-Lyn D. Abang
Ewa Beach, Hawaii

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:49 am HST]
Thanks to the Boys from Ewa Beach, for reminding an old dog of what faith, belief, hard work, determination, and a never "say die" attitude can do. The way you (Coaches and Players) carried your selves throughout the game, and the tournament, brought honor to your families, your community, your state and the country. Your a class act Ewa Beach! Malo, players, coaches and parents! Malo Lava!
JB
Aiea

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:38 am HST]
You youngsters were magnificent. You made your coaches and parents who made so many sacrifices for you. All the 3 hour practice sessions and financial support truly paid off. Please continue to follow the path you now follow as this path will surely lift you to high heights. Your parents, relatives and friends made this journey possible for you and I would like to donate a modest sum to help you out. Is there a trust fund established for the team? Aloho and Semper Fi as we Marines say.
William Wilson
Kailua, Hawaii

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:36 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL PLAYERS, COACHES AND FAMILIES, what a game, I still getting chicken skin every time i read it or see it on TV. My son is 12 yrs. old and never cared for the game of baseball (his a football player). but since we started to watch the first game Hawaii played. \He has gotten the fever for the game. I'm sure that many more kids will start playing baseball due to Hawaii. I'm so proud (I speak for my whole family) to be from Hawaii. The kids will never forget that summer in 2005 when they shock the world and won the championship of Little League Baseball. I wish the very best and God Bless the Boyz from Ewa Beach, AAALLLOOOOOHAA!!!!!!!....
AA
Minden, NV.

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:35 am HST]
Awesome job! I'll be honest - I don't typically watch baseball however yesterday I told my family we have to watch the game! And I'm so glad that we did! We were screaming, jumping up and down - making all kinds of noise! You all displayed great sportsmanship, humility, and lots of heart! Thank you for representing Hawai'i! A huge shout out for the coaches - what a great job you all do! Looking forward to next year!
Lau
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:35 am HST]
I was there when Long Beach L.L. won the 90 and 91 series and nothing feels better for a community than to win the Little League World Series. I am especially happy that Hawaii won especially after losing so many brave Marines this year in Iraq. If anyone is deserving of such a great achievement, it is the people of Hawaii! Hawaii Little League Allstars NOKAOI! With Love, William Deeble Jr. Canyon Lake, California
William Deeble
Canyon Lake Calif.

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:34 am HST]
I know you young men and coachs realize by now that what you have accomplised is something special to be cherished by us all.Also know that you are a special group of men chosen for this glorious event by GOD because of your humbleness.Continue your lives in this humbleness and you will do well.For now enjoy the moment,congratulations. And thank you very much GOD,and you young men for sharing with us this glorious event.
Eddie
Halawa , Oahu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:30 am HST]
It was a great game to watch and you guys deserved the victory. We visit our family on Ford Island every July and we were plugging for you guys since day 1. Well done. Harvey Engelberg
Harvey Engelberg
Montreal Canada

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:27 am HST]
2005 Little League World Champions!!! Yea baby!!! To: "Kaeo", Harrison, Ty, Zachary Ranit, Ethan, Vonn, Quentin, "Bubbles", Michael, Zachary Rosete, "Kini", "Alaka'i, Coach Aliviado, Coach Kitashima and Coach Tirpak You guys rock! My daughter and I were jumping up and down, yelling for joy, and giving each other high fives in front of our TV. Thanks for the exciting journey. Congratulations on a job well done! You guys make Hawaii look good!! P.S. Now go home and make up for lost time eating some "local grindz".
Da Chavez Ohana
Corpus Christi, TX

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:24 am HST]
I moved to Calif. from O'ahu 10 years ago, but the Aloha spirit has never left my heart. And today my heart is filled with joy and pride because you young men showed so much strength and character in making your way to the final game, and then you won it all!! Yesterday I saw the most exciting game (including Major League Baseball) ever!!! I still don't have my voice back yet. Congratulations and Thank You for the time of my life !!!
Amanda Ridge
West Sacramento, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:24 am HST]
I have never watched Little League Baseball before, but as a former kamaaina, I had to watch your games on both Saturday and Sunday. Even if you had not won, I would have been very proud of how you all carried yourselves; you showed maturity beyond your years. Congratulations on your magnificent victory! Aloha!
faith kawahara seal
emerald hills, ca

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:18 am HST]
As a team, you have accomplished what so many others have dreamed and hope for. Perhaps, in doing so, you have made their dreams come true also. Without any doubt, you are all our heros. John
John Martin
Foster Village

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:17 am HST]
Mahalo nui loa for inspiring soooooo much pride and aloha in our community and in our state! You are true Champions! I hope that you will always carry that fire inside of you, it will take you far. Much Aloha!
Shannon
Ewa Beach

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:17 am HST]
Congratulations!!! That's the way to represent Hawaii. Awsome show of sportsmanship and class. Thats how baseball should be played. Great job to the players and coaches.
Ryan Kono
Irvine, CA.

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:15 am HST]
We watched all the televised games of the boys. We were so proud the way they played. That was the greatest World Series game we have ever witnessed. The boys should be very proud of themselves, we certainly are. Congratulations champs. Well deserve. Oh! ya! we have only been on the mainland for five years. Next year we will move back to Hawaii.
Wes Green, III
Sierra Vista, AZ

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:15 am HST]
THE GREATEST GAME EVER! And what an INSPIRATION all of you guys are! I was on the edge of my seat cheering and screaming so loud, that I think some of my neighbors in my apartment building were going to call the cops. But I didn't care.. cause I was watching HISTORY being made by the GREATEST Little League Baseball team in the WORLD!
Jason Suapaia
Downtown Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:14 am HST]
Congratulations to the team, Coach, parents and all supporters. Awesome performance and professionalism. Makes me proud to be in Hawaii.
Ska
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:13 am HST]
Congratulations to all players, coaches and parents!! We are so very proud of you. It was such a great game and display of true sportsmanship. You represented Hawaii well!! Thank You!!! Betty & Vernon
Betty
Aiea

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:11 am HST]
CONGRADULATIONS!!! YOU MEN REALLY PLAYED A TREMENDOUS GAME. YOU ALL HAVE OR OUT MOST RESPECT FOR ALL OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS. YOU HAVE SHOWED THE WORLD HOW TO HAVE PLAYED THE GAME WITH MOST RESPECT AND PROFESSIONALIZM. ONCE AGAIN CONGRADULATIONS TO YOU ALL AND ENJOY BEING GREAT CELEBRITIES!! ALOOOOOHA!
martinez'
kapolei

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:02 am HST]
Congratulations West Oahu World Champs and your coaches on a fabulous game. You showed the world what Hawaii grows - young men with great sportsmanship, teamwork, and a love of state and country. You should be so proud of yourselves for all your hard work and accomplishments. Mahalo nui loa from all of us at home - we are so very proud of you - Aloha!
Marie Scott
Makakilo, HI

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 10:02 am HST]
Unbelievable. Give em! You played with heart, sole and talent. Congratulations. You are deserve a plate lunch at Zippys! Dave
Dave Szafranski
Aptos

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:57 am HST]
Aloha players, coaches & families. Congratulations on your fabulous triumph! It was wonderful to watch the kids still having FUN playing the game that they love. Coaches, because you kept the fun in the game this triumph is oh so sweet for everyone who watched history in the making yesterday. Fantastic job! We are so proud of you.
Bartlett/Fernandez Family
Napili, Maui

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:57 am HST]
We are so proud of you and are so happy for you. WAY TO GO GUYS!!!!!!!
Kimo (Jim) Kennedy
Ewa Beach & San Francisco Bay Area

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:47 am HST]
Aloha Boyz!!! Congratz on your win!! u guys deserve it!! was the best bball game i ever watched esp. all u hawaii boyz so cute. just take this experience with u for the rest of your lives and never 4get!! keep it up and do good n u will go far!! Everytime i watched u guys i'd cry, we so proud of u guys!!! LuV YaH!!! ALoHa!!!!! *Lei*
*Lei* from SSG
Oneula Beach Park

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:46 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS!...To the players, coaches and supporters of the 2005 LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD CHAMPIONS!!! WOW, doesn't that sound great??!! You played an exciting game, and truly deserve the championship. You're the perfect example of "It ain't over, till it's over". I'm a Maui native who lived on Oahu for 13 years (Go UH Warriors!), and moved to CA 2 years ago. I live 15 miles southeast of Vista, CA, and wished the best for our Southern Cal (Vista) hometown boys, but my heart was with Hawaii. Congratulations Again! Hawaii No Ka Oi!! Aloha!!
Tammy Wallace
Escondido, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:45 am HST]
WOW !!! Congratulations CHAMPIONS !! You've made so many people around the world so very proud of you. I know I am, and I don't even know you guys. But that's because my heart is always at home and the people of Hawaii ! Mahalo for representing us so well. (formerly of Hilo, Hawaii)
Brenda Maranville
Shingle Springs, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:45 am HST]
WOW!!! What a wonderful game!!! I haven't watched little league basebase since my brothers played some 30 something years ago. And I'm soooooooo glad I stayed home and watched to the end. We had a picnic to attend and ended up missing it because we wouldn't leave the house until the very end. And it was well worth missing out of the picnic.
Gayle
Waianae, HI

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:41 am HST]
As a loyal baseball fan (I grew up going to Yankee Stadium and watching Mickey Mantle), there's nothing more exciting than Little League and the LL World Series. Awesome performance, West Oahu! We "adopted'' you guys when we visited Oahu earlier (stayed in Makaha) and said: wouldn't it be cool if they won the whole thing! We celebrated with you (Memea's homer!); my two sons played LL and we won our District Championship in 2004, first in 24 years. We know how tough it is and we salute you, the players, the parents and your coach, who did an excellent job of keeping the boys up and ready. You captured our hearts, Ewa Beach! You represented the U.S. well! Maybe next year it will be Temple City National vs. West Oahu! Aloha and Mahalo!
Stephen
Temple City, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:40 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE "W"!.... We've been following your awesome progress throughout the tournament :) Nice to have Hawaii represent... you guys da bes!.. Aloha from Cali
Charla Kelii
Santa Clara, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:38 am HST]
With all your smiles and positive attitudes, you've made Hawaii proud. And true to the Hawaii people, there was no whining and arguing with the umps during bad calls. And with that intense look in Von Fe'ao's eyes while he was pitching in the Curacao game, I knew that one way or another, Hawaii was gonna walk away with the championship. No doubt!! You guys brought tears to my eyes and gave me chicken skin. We're all so proud of all of you!! What an accomplishment! Congratulations to the coaches and parents. YOU GUYS ROCK!!!
Colleen
Wailuku, Maui

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:36 am HST]
Watched the series from the beginning. I am also proud of all the teams that participated that were from Hawaii. Kudos to all. Ewa Beach Little League took the cars off the roadways,yesterday. Congrats!!!!
EWA
Waimanalo

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:33 am HST]
Watching all of you win game after game with grit and heart made me so proud to be from Hawaii. I'm so happy for you guys, this will be something you will always have to remind you of how amazing you all are. CONGRATULATIONS!
Michi Momose
Washington D.C.

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:33 am HST]
Congratulations to the LL World Champions! To coach Layton Aliviado, you showed "CLASS" by not losing your cool on that wrong call. You taught and gave these boys what money cannot buy, a lesson for life! You must have been brought up right! Keep up the good work! Mahalo, Hilo/Kona Ohana{formerly from Honolulu}
Hilo/Kona Ohana
Hilo/Kona

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:32 am HST]
I was really impressed with the metal toughness of these kids, especially Vonn Fe'ao. He had that snarl when the game was on the line. With toughness like that I am sure all the kids will be successful in life, whatever they choose to do.
Eric Pajdak
Kauai

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:32 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF YOU. WE ALL ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU, FROM WHAT I HAVE SEEN YOU HAVE CONDUCTED YOURSELVES WITH RESPECT TO THE GAME AS WELL AS TO YOURSELVES. BE HAPPY, ENJOY IT, YOU DESERVE IT. WELL DONE !!!!!!!!! FROM A FORMER LITTLE LEAGUER (1968-1972). AAALLLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHAAAAAAAA !!!!!!!!
Paul
Hilo, Hawaii

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:31 am HST]
Remarkable talent! Congratulations on a well-deserved victory. IMUA West O'ahu Little League.
Kaopua Ohana
Waipahu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:29 am HST]
Congratulations and Mahalo Nui Loa. You guys were awesome. What a game. And the boys of Curacao did a great job also. Hawaii No Ka Oi. Also, please send your thoughts and prayers to the people of the Gulf Coast.
merle burge
bluffton, sc

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:29 am HST]
Even people here in Chicago are talking about you. We are so proud!!
Dawn Kuna
Chicago, Il

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:28 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS You guys are outstanding. You played a terrfic game and won the title of "The Best". The whole team is a showcase for your coaches. The fans know that each of you will do your best to keep the title in Paradise and make all of Hawaii proud of you - again. Needless to say,your win was history in the making. WAY TO GO.
Jerry Nowicki
Phoenix, Az.

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:26 am HST]
UNBELIEVABLE!!!! THAT WAS THE MOST EXCITING AND BEST BASEBALL GAME I HAVE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE. CONGRATULATIONS GUYS...YOU'RE SIMPLY THE BEST!
Michel & Cory
Kapolei

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:25 am HST]
I was born in Pearl City, Oahu, and a father of a son and daughter who participated in the Lancaster CA, Little League Organization. We want to "CONGRADULATE" all the young men on this great HAWAII Little League team. Congrats and Kudo's also go out to the coaches, family and fans that made this win supportive and inspirational. "REPEAT!!!" Rudy Roben and Family
Rudy Roben
Ridgecrest, CA 93555

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:25 am HST]
Here in Seattle, you guys make proud to be from Hawaii. Great job!
Nara Fujita
Seattle

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:23 am HST]
WOW! IF ONLY ABC/ESPN WOULD PACKAGE THE LLWS ON VIDEO/CD EMPHASIZING EWA BEACH GAMES. IT WOULD BE A BEST SELLER AND THE HAWAII LITTLE LEAGUE COULD BENEFIT. JUST A THOUGHT. IMUA!
MANA ALOHI
LAS VEGAS

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:23 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS!!! You guys are awesome...you have heart and faith. You make us proud.
A Fan
Moanalua

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:21 am HST]
My good friends from Oahu and live here on the Mainland now, stopped watching after you got down 6-3. Not because they gave up on you, but because they thought they were bringing you bad luck. You can't imagine their suprise when I called them to talk about the win and they not believing when I told them of the comeback!! You have a lifetime experience and the whole country is proud of you!! Never forget it!
Larry Caldera
Roseville, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:21 am HST]
A big Aloha and Congrats to all the Coaches, Family and especially the Boys from "Da West Side" Ewa Beach. We watched the game here in Las Vegas and shared in the many ups and downs of the Little League World Series Championship. You all have worked tremedously hard and deserve all the rewards that come with hard work. Again here is to wishing each and everyone of you the best in all aspects of your lives. Kulia i ka nu'u!
Lynn and Carl-Jon Chun
Las Vegas, NV

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:19 am HST]
What a THRILL! You boys gave us the biggest thrill in awhile, (since going to see the Yankees play last year). THAT was one AWESOME game you played, but the one before against Vista was supah too. We really really enjoyed watching all of you play, and are so PROUD of the Ewa Beach boyz! WE live in California now, but our heart is right there in Hawaii, where Curtis coached Little league in Maui for the Kihei LL for three years. You did us so proud, you wonderful boys. You deserve all the accolades (look it up) you have coming to you, but don't get too big of a head, cause school is starting soon and you really have to study to get ahead in this life, so turn this awesome victory into something great in your life. You know you can do anything! You proved it. Aloha plenty..........
Jill and Curtis Ching
was Maui, now Cali

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:13 am HST]
Congratulations! What a wonderful game; what a wonderful victory. I'm proud of your accomplishments, and extra-proud to be an "expatriat Hawaiian".
Bruce Graham
Anchorage, AK

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:13 am HST]
You young men have represented the westside of Oahu with genuine class and competence. It should not end with the world championship. You must contine to represent the westside with the most important component of worthy champions; HUMILITY. Congratulations guys!!!!!
DKL
Mililani

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:11 am HST]
A very Big congrats!.....my nephew is Cory...I am so proud of you boys....and Cory boy....keep it up...we are proud of you..... Much love and Aloha, Da Machado's
Da Machado's
Colorado

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:09 am HST]
These young men, scoach, parents their family and friends have sent a message out to the world. Just look at their beautiful faces and we see the faces of the young men who know how to deal with the Jerks out there. It's great knowing that thesse soon to be men have done what no newpaper writer, could do for them. They have shown the World what it means to be themselves ... True Champions. Mahalo!
Susan Morita
palolo

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:09 am HST]
My wife and I are living and working in Waikiki for the next few years. To our friends back in Conn. we're proud to say "Our kids here played a fantastic game".
Emerson
Durham, CT

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:08 am HST]
P.S. to recently sent Congratulations. The young men and coaches have renewed my hope for our young generation. Class, respect and the ability to remain humble. God You All and Your Families Aloha Rick Reyes (Native Ewa)
Rick Reyes
Sparks (Spanish Springs) Nv

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:05 am HST]
I don't even have an interest in baseball but when it flashed on the screen it was the Ewa Beach boys in the World Series there was no changing the channel on your game! Exciting! The news station cut off the game for the East Coast right after the game was tied - but I heard from Dad that boys from Ewa Beach won - wooo hooo! I grew up in Ewa Beach in the late 60's to early 70's. You boys make me proud to have been from Ewa Beach!
Lori Beach
Atlanta, GA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:03 am HST]
Congratulations to the boys of West O'ahu! You boys played with so much heart and aloha. It was like a Hollywood ending, but more importantly your faith and hard-work presented you with an amazing reward. Congratulations also to your family, friends and coaches - your support and love for these boys was reflected in their determination. I'm even more proud to be from Hawaii, especially being from Pearl City! All the best!!
Leilani
Pacifc Palisades, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:03 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS BOYS! You did not only Hawaii but the entire U.S. proud! You guys played a Tough game and hung in there, even during the hardtimes and still you came out ahead. What a great example for all! Enjoy the glory boys and coaches, because you earned every bit of it! Again, Congratulations and we're all so PROUD of you!
Da Levy's
Houston, TX formerly Pearl City

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:03 am HST]
Congratulations! I've been following you guys from the begining. I guess you saved the best for last. God Bless the coaches and parents for their sacrifices, it really paid off. West Ewa "no ka oi!"
Al
Maui

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:02 am HST]
Congratulations boys!!! You did it!!!Mahalo to the coaches & the parents for there hard work & dedications to the team......very happy for you all & you made Hawaii very proud....Rooting for you all from EWA Beach....aloha,
The Siania's-Ben, Manu, Pele, Ben II & Clayton
Ewa Beach

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:01 am HST]
Congratulations Hawaii!! We are so proud of all of you. Great job done by all and WOW! what a wonderful coaching staff. Good luck to all of you and we look forward to watching you guys play again...GOD BLESS
KAMAKANA Ohana
SLC, UTAH

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 9:00 am HST]
You guys are awesome!!!! We will be seeing you in the major leagues very soon. Congratulation to you and the state of Hawaii.
Sherry
Coral Springs, Florida

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:59 am HST]
Congrats to the boys from Ewa Beach! Although I'm just a "wannabe" kama`aina (more than 50 business and pleasure trips to the islands), I feel like ohana to the team and all my aikane there. You brought chicken skin and tears to this old haole! Congratulations for a job well done. Kawika Bloyd
Kawika Bloyd
Omaha, Nebraska

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:57 am HST]
I wish to congratulate each and everyone on your team on a great finish! My friends and family have been following your games from Sun 8-21-05 and we all are so very proud and happy for your win; and your 'no give up' attitude. I must say that yesterdays game was the best baseball game I had ever experienced. It had everything in it (and a little bit more), but the representation the team and coaching reflects; humbleness, intensity and determination. Have fun in Disneyland!
cheryl
waipahu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:57 am HST]
Congratulations! What an amazing job in our little town of Ewa Beach. I was born in Ewa,attended Waipahu HS,grad USF CA 70 years ago! Am so pround of the kids all the here in my retired Sparks, NV. Is it possible to get the picture with at least the coaches (possibly kids) autograph? Will pay expense. Rick Reyes 2395 Libero Drive, Sparks (Spanish Springs) Nv 89436-0670 Tel: 775) 626-4830 Great Job Kids!
Rick Reyes
Sparks (Spanish Springs) Nevada

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:55 am HST]
Sons of Hawaii...Well done boys! You brought tears to my eyes as I watched a sweet victory bringing pride to our islands. To the coaching staff I commend your continued control even during very intense and crucial times while people around the world watched on. Parents' you showed the world what the meaning of ALOHA was through your support of the Keiki o ka aina....this is one that Hawaii will NEVER FORGET ~ Mahalo nui loa.
Malulani
Ewa Beach, HI

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:51 am HST]
To the world champion players: I know most of the 12 of you are Filipino or part-Filipino. You and the Honolulu Advertiser reporters should emphasize this to the public, especially in Hawaii where Filipino-Americans are often the worst victims of ridiculous and negative stereotypes as well as bad jokes and discrimination by non-Filipinos. You have to be role models to every youth of Filipino ancestry, most particularly in Ewa Beach, Waipahu and Kapolei where most public school students are Filipino in origin, yet often deny their Filipinoness because of IMSCF syndrome, a psychological disease suffered by pure Filipinos born outside the Philippines who falsely identify themselves as mixed Spanish-Chinese-Filipino. Just search "IMSCF syndrome" on the Internet. Salamat (Tagalog for "thanks".)
Isang Manunulat
Ewa Beach

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:47 am HST]
Thanks Layton Aliviado for not over coaching the kids and letting them play the game. Mike and Theresa for allowing the parents to experience the joy of watching their kids play in a once in a life time event. The boys who had the perserverance of over coming adversities and taking the challenge at hand to an inspirational win. To the parents who nutured and supported the boys in building their character and for the years of practice they went through. Mahalo!!!
James Nishimoto
Kahului, HI

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:45 am HST]
Congratulations and my very best wishes on your spectacular win yesterday! Hawaii has remained in my heart ever since my first visit to your beautiful state last December so, in some ways, I felt I was cheering for my "home team". As a New Englander, I take great pride in the Red Sox, the Patriots, and now the boys from West O'ahu. Aloha...
Linda Hanway
Rhode Island

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:42 am HST]
A HUGE Congratulations to the Ewa Beach Little Leaguers and to the exceptional coaching staff for playing the best baseball game I have ever seen. That game brought tears to my eyes. I haven't been more proud to be an American and even more special, from Hawaii. Can't wait for the 'Victory Parade' and the opportunity to meet these incredible baseball players. Have a safe trip home. Aloha...
Remington Nucum
Waipio

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:38 am HST]
AWESOME !!! You guys represented Hawaii in the best way ever - 2005 LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES CHAMPS!!! You go West Oahu!!!
The Haliniaks
Waipio Gentry

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:36 am HST]
We watched all of your games on TV and were very impressed with the execution of defense (three double plays in one game!), the power at the plate, and the speed on the bases. More impressive than that was the attitude and demeanor of the young men who did not panic in any of the games played. We also loved the intensity of Vonn Fe'ao who took over the championship game and shut down Curacao in the final innings. The look that he had in his eyes gave all of us fans the confidence WE needed...and we were just watching!! My wife had chicken skin and she doesn't even watch sports! Great coaching job and great parental support. Congratulations West Oahu! You guys ROCK! Tessa and Damien Domingo Makakilo
Damien Domingo
Makakilo

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:35 am HST]
YOU GUYS ARE DA BESTEST!!! MAHALO COACH(ES) FOR SHOWING OUR KIDS THAT THEY CAN GET TO THE TOP IF THEY WORK HARD AND HAVE FUN, TOO!!! MAHALO FOR EVERYONE'S SUPPORT AND PARENTS' SACRIFICES TO GIVE OUR KIDS A CHANCE TO SHOWCASE THEIR TALENT TO THE WORLD! CONGRATULATIONS! TOO GOOD!!!
Mercedes
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:35 am HST]
To the boys - Congratulations to you all! We are a sports minded family so our family knows the awesome feeling of what this win means to you all. God bless you all and keep your feet on the ground. Use this win as a positive event in your life, share your experiences with others and give back to your community with all that you have and will learn in your long future ahead. To the coaches - A JOB WELL DONE, THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND THE LOVE OF THE GAME AND THE BOYS!!! I would like to know how I can donate to help with some of your expenses. Thanks again and enjoy the ride of being THE LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS!!!
Bernie Tangalin
Lihue Kauai (transplant from Waianae, Waipahu and Ewa)

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:33 am HST]
To the 2005 Little League World Champions - Congratulations on a hard-fought and well-deserved win. You made us all proud by winning with practice, discipline, skill and determination. When things got tough after the questionable call at home plate, you did not complain and more importantly, you did not give up. IMUA! For those of us that now live on the mainland, you made us proud and you made Hawaii proud. Enjoy this moment and keep up the Aloha spirit.
Greg Kono
Loma Linda, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:32 am HST]
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS!!! You boys are AWESOME deserve to be champions of the world. You displayed team work,courage,sportsmanship,and faith. Qualities that reflect good coaching and bunch of great players. You made Hawaii proud no matter what the outcome would have been. We have the best team in the world supported by the best fans in the world. To all the parents & family members who took the journey to support their boy,you are AWESOME TOO!!! To all of you, GREAT JOB!!!
Ed
Mililani

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:31 am HST]
Congrats! Such an exciting game! As a recent transplant from Pearl City, it's great to see that Hawaii is getting the recognition it deserves! Good job boys!
Dee
Sherman Oaks, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:29 am HST]
Congratulations on a job well done. The team and the coaching staff epitomize what true champions are, how champions conduct themselves on and off the field, and what true sportsmanship is all about. You made the dreams come true not only for yourselves, but rekindled the dreams of every Hawaii little league player, past and present. You're the feelgood story of the year.
Mark Guillermo
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:28 am HST]
Hawaii Represent's....... Congratulations on your success. You should be proud of yourselves. God Bless
Dawn
Lahaina

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:27 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS! We are proud of you for bringing home the world championship to the United States and to Hawaii! Enjoy this well-deserved moment that you've all worked so very hard for! Come home safely!
CSAP Ohana
Waipahu Intermediate School

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:26 am HST]
Last year I was proud to have my grandsone attend the little league pro-bowl in Orlando. They met with many obstacles with racial slurs but did their best. They didn't win, but they came home proud.... Each of you have made Hawaii proud and if any other of our sport teams do make as far as you. EVERYONE will look at Hawaii with pride. My heartiest, warmest ALOHA to you all of you. You coaches really know how to bring out the best in your players and keep them very humble. GOD BLESS YOU ALL....
Haila Kaoano
Waianae

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:25 am HST]
It was the greatest baseball game my wife and I have ever watched. You never gave up even after being down 6 to 3 and that's the mark of true winners. Congratulations to each of the keiki's; your coach; ohana and all who love you. Best wishes for a long and happy future.
Arnold & Lois Strauss
Melbourne Beach, FL

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:24 am HST]
Congrats to the Ewa Beach team. I have never cried watching a sports game, but I did yesterday. You boys are an inspiration to all, reminding everybody not to give up, and that it's possible to overcome any challenge. You represented not only Ewa Beach, but all Hawaiians, and we are so proud!!! Mahalo to the coaches, players and ohana's for adding a victory to remember always.
Tanele Family in LV
Las Vegas

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:21 am HST]
congrats!!!! my family watched quite a few of the games on tv. you guys played hard and played proud. you never gave up and thank you for showing class and character. it was truly an exciting run to the championship. congratulations!!!!!
curtis f
cerritos,ca

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:20 am HST]
I coach Pinto league baseball(7 and 8 Year olds) in California and was watching the game yesterday vs Curacao and was so impressed with the attitudes of the Manager and particularly the 1st baseman and the pitcher who actually tagged the runner out at home on the foot. Neither the manager, 1stbaseman or pitcher "cried" (complained) about the call to the umpire and instead the manager came out and said "it's cool-no problem" -that was a classy move not to complain and argue like every other guy would have done - the fact that the kids didn't argue was also great sportsmanship and I learned from that. The 1stbase man was actually smiling and having fun-the pitcher stayed calm and didn't cry-great leadership. However, I didn't like vonn feio's taunting of the other players-not good
Michael Matsuno
California

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:19 am HST]
Aloha Kakou West O'ahu & Families, Exhilarating! Congratulations! All of you are stars to our "aloha" community and our nation. It is rewarding to see children and adults of different ethnic backgrounds achieve a common goal. May the "culture" you have fostered among yourselfs be an example to our community and nation. God Bless George Sanico Monterey California
George Sanico
Monterey, California

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:18 am HST]
Congratulations on a terrific team effort. One of the most exciting games I have seen in a long time. You have made Hawaii proud.....
D Shoho
Torrance, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:18 am HST]
Congratulations to the West Oahu team and coaching staff for a job well-done. You all have done Hawaii proud. Let's have a repeat next year. Talofa from Temecula, California (Kahuku class of 68)
Lynn N. Fanene, Sr.
Temecula, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:18 am HST]
WOW Hawaii finally did it. Our son played little league over there and we came 1 game from going to the series. It was GREAT to see you all WIN!!!! our grandson lives in Ewa Beach also and I am sure one of you may know him. Oh well, I just wanted to say I am PROUD of YOU ALL !! Do it again next year. Have a good year and be proud of what you have done. God Bless you all.
sharon reynolds
idaho

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:16 am HST]
Amazing game of baseball. Got worried when I saw some heads drop after going 6-3 down, but you are a credit to yourselves for keeping faith and continuing to try, no matter how hard the task in front of you. You should be very, very proud of yourselves. At such a young age, you guys are stronger men than many. I was truly impressed with the grit and determination I saw.
Michael
Portland, OR

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:15 am HST]
Way to go West Oahu! You make Ewa Beach and all of Hawaii proud!! All week we watched and cheered and screamed for all of you! You boys deserved it!!! One Team, One Dream!!
Leandro, Nieves, & Kira Perdido
Ewa

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:15 am HST]
Congratulations to the World Champions Ewa Beach/West Oahu Little League!!! A dream come true for the kids, their families, friends, people of Hawai'i, and the USA! This may be the first for Hawai'i but it won't be the last..
G. Roses
American Canyon, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:15 am HST]
These kids are amazing! What an AWESOME game! They've been away from home for a little over a month and they still managed to focus and played their hearts out! It was great to see their smiles during their games even when things got rough, it shows that you folks were having fun as well! You boys never gave up, gave it your all, and definitely deserve it! Congratulations on being THE WORLD'S BEST!!!
Lori
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:14 am HST]
Congratulations to the team, coaches and parents. Your team did a fantastic job. It reminded me of the time the team from Spring Tx won. A Very proud moment for the people in Tx and an especially proud moment that your team and families will always remember in HI. What an exciting final game. You're all the best.
D. White
Spring, TX

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:13 am HST]
CHEEEE-HOOOOO!!! You boys are da CHAMPS! Way to hang in there through all the pressure and nervousness to come through not only for yourselves and your families but for all of HAWAII! We are so proud of you!!
S&S
OAHU

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:12 am HST]
To Our New World Champions-Congratulations! We are a household of avid sports fans but I don't think any of us were prepared for the impact a Little League team would make on our hearts. There is nothing little about the way you rose to the occassion to win while keeping mindful of what it took to get you there. Your 'ohana are a testiment to what supporting our keiki is all about and you young men are a steller example of hard work and determination. Mahalo for being such upstanding representatives of our beautiful state! To the coaches-kudos on your cool heads and quiet confidence. It was a pleasure to watch such positive coaching. To the boys-my prayer for you is that you always remember to put your hands in if you believe :) Way to Go!
Renee G
Kailua, Hawai'i

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:11 am HST]
I am happy to say I am in California and did not miss a play for the best baseball game I ever seen. I got the call via phone from my mom telling me turn on the T.V. Gary's grandson stay playing. And dea you was Quentin you made the tag...I saw. You guys some tuff kids, be happy be proud "U-DA-BESTEST". Oh an Vonn "I LIKE THE STARE DOWNS" love it bra love it. Aloha
The LLOYDs
Kohala,HI (Current Oahu)

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:09 am HST]
You boys are AWESOME! I feel like I know you all. I lived in Ewa Beach as a child and again as a teenager. I would hug each of you if I could. I'm so proud of every one of you. Great job!!!!!
Lorie
South Carolina

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:06 am HST]
WAY TO GO, EWA BEACH! You guys played the most exciting game since the Red Sox dethroned the Yankees last year. You were awesome! I'm fairly certain you guys could hear me cheering for you all the way in Virginia! You should be so proud! Shannon Alexandria, VA
Shannon
Alexandria, VA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:03 am HST]
Congratulation!!! what a game, and my I say I have enjoyed watching all of your games on TV. I am Proud to be from Oahu (Laie) But now Live in Bountiful, Utah. You young man and Coaches have made all Polynesians Proud of you. But most of all, all of Hawaii is proud of all of you and your new found Fame. Live it, enjoy it and most of all love it... cause its a one in a life time experienced for all of you... You are heros to all of us. Mahalo to all Gabe Tau\'a
Gabe Tau'a
Bountiful, Utah

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:02 am HST]
Congratulations to the team of "EWA BEACH". Awesome, boys....... Aloha, Mars a native of Hawaii
Marlene
Oceanside, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:01 am HST]
World Series Champions! What more can anyone say?
Scott Mackenzie
Ewa Beach

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:01 am HST]
As a 30-year devoted baseball fan, you guys played the single greatest baseball game I have ever seen! Possibly the greatest game ever! When Memea hit that homerun I started jumping up and down screaming, “Ewa Beach wins the pennant! Ewa Beach wins the pennant! Ewa Beach wins the pennant!” The NEW shot heard around the world!
Dale
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 8:00 am HST]
Maika'i Loa Guys "Congratulations" this is "AWESOME" you boys did a fantastic job and you all kept your heads up to take it in the end to Coach Aliviado and coaching staff great job!!!!!!! And now poor ting the other team no can have all that prizes:) Aloha Leimana
Anakala Leimana
Hawaii Kai

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:59 am HST]
Congratulations to you all on winning the Little League World Series. Everyone on your team, from coaches, to player, and to fans, handled themselves with a great deal of dignity and grace, as did your opponents from Curacao. You showed the major leaguers how the game should be played !!
Stu Tentoni
Delafield, Wisconsin

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:57 am HST]
Congratulations boys! The entire 'Aina Haina valley was rooting for you..cheering and whooping the entire game. Your confidence, determination and never say die efforts will always be remembered, and admired. The state is waiting to welcome our champions home. Well done, players and coaches for being true warriors on the field. Aloha.
Kanani Medeiros
east side o'ahu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:57 am HST]
Congrats to you all for a great final game. When I heard your parents & fans chanting USA-USA it gave me goose bumps all over again. I chanted USA-USA when my daughter (Lovieanne "Leimomi" Jung - 2nd baseman #3, born in HNL) & teammates played their final softball game in 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece. They captured the Gold Medal just like you did; isn't it an awesome feeling. Our ohana is very proud of you for never giving up and having faith. Kudos to all you coaches; you did a fine job. To all your parents, your support & being there meant alot for your boys & they will never forget that. Hear your team may be going to Disneyland in CA. If your coach could get back to me & let me know when, may be Lovie will be in town to meet up with you all. Aloha, Jung
Gloria Jung
California

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:56 am HST]
You will not be able to wipe the SMILE off you faces for 5 years, 10 year, NO 50 YEARS. I know we have been there. It is great to have such a BIG WIN. HAWAII AND EWA BEACH NO KA OI. Aloha and best to all the players, coaches, parents, and family. You made it look easy.
Cravalho's
Mililani/NY

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:55 am HST]
Aloha to the Little League Champs! When we saw all of you playing in Hilo, we knew you would make Hawaii proud! You played with heart and soul! You had a lot of sportsmanship and talent! While watching the game, I would hear my son chear on Layson and then he woulds say, "May name is ....and my favorite player is Layson Aliviado". It was very touching to hear a 6 yr old say that! You have all made a dream come true! My hat off the all of the family member who supported the team ans especailly to the coaching staff, with your guidance, patience, love, and faith you have become the BEST IN THE WORLD! When I heard about Coach Layton stepping up to the plate and coaching the team at t-ball, it brought tears to my eyes! I wish I could have been there! You are all AWESOME!
Family from Hilo
Hilo

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:54 am HST]
HO AWESOME UNREAL GAME BOYZ!! THE BEST EWA!! CHEEEE HOOOOO!!!!
scott
los angeles, ca

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:51 am HST]
Congratulations to the team and coaches! You've certainly proved to the rest of the world that you can play just as well as everyone else. We didn't watch your games on TV, but we kept ourselves informed of how you were doing every day. You've not only made your parents, relatives and friends proud of you but the whole State is beaming with pride and we are proud of you as well. Enjoy your sweet victory, CHAMPS!!!
Lee Family
Kaimuki

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:48 am HST]
AWESOME GAME!!! You boys left us totally "B-R-E-A-T-H-L-E-S-S!!! We are so proud of you all.... and to think we are just "A PEBBLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PACIFIC." CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WORLD CHAMPS!!!!
Hulks and Sparky
Honolulu

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:46 am HST]
My fiance was stationed in Hawai'i for years(with the Navy) He lived in Ewa Beach at one point. Once he found out that 'the boys from Ewa Beach' were in the LLWS, he didn't miss a game - and he got all of us involved as well. Our 3 girls were all wrapped up in the boys playing. We were very proud to say that we watched them go all the way!! CONGRADS TO EWA BEACH!!! YOU DO THE USA PROUD!! Love, Jen, Joe, Kaitlyn, Sabrina & Taylor
Jennifer Pacelli
Woonsocket, RI

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:44 am HST]
Mahalo to all you champions. I have watched every one of your games on TV and rooted for you. I am a native California, and probably should have been rooting for California when you played them, but I lived in Kaneohe for 2 short years and have adopted Hawaii as my second home, especially now that my son and his family live in Mililani, where I go often. I can add no more to all the wonderful words written about you, but to say Mahalo for demonstrating so vividly what the Hawaiian spirit means. Keep it up.
Lydia Orrantia
Yucaipa, CA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:42 am HST]
When I saw the name Herbert Aliviado, I remebered my friend from the 49th Police Recruit Class who struggled but kept trying to achieve his dream. Now I know why his son and this team won. Congradulations to all of you especially to my friend Herbert. Aloha, Ronnie Ome
Ronald Ome
Kaneohe, Hawaii

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:38 am HST]
I am so proud of all of you, I get chickes skin just thinking of how hard you all worked and how mature you all acted. When you were down 6-3 going into the bottom of the 6th inning I just thought you folks could come back, just one batter at a time. Then, when it went into extra innings and Fe'ao pitched as though there was no batter who could hit his pitches, I knew you were going to win. Then, when Memea came up to bat I said, he's going to do it, he's due and he'll come through. And then, he did!!! I was so proud I was standing in my living room singing Hawai'i Aloha at the top of my lungs. IMUA you guys. Lehua
Lehua
Seattle, WA

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:36 am HST]
CONGRATULATIONS! We have been watching you from the beginning of the series. We're so happy for all of you! You brought a little bit of home to us all the way in Florida. Some called us traders since we didn't cheer for the Maitland, FL team, but we just told them Hawaii is our home team! Much mahalo & aloha! Michael, Sabrina, Ku'u Aloha & Tiare Kaina
Michael & Sabrina Kaina
Orlando, FL

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:36 am HST]
Congratulations! I watched you play yesterday and was so excited for all of you. As an 8 year old, you inspire me to get out and play more baseball. What you did was amazing. Just goes to show that Hawaii, though small, is BIG at heart. My family and I couldn't stop talking about you guys. Hopefully someday, I will be get the chance to be like you. Congratulations again from my family to yours.
Chaylor , 8yrs
Aina Haina

[Posted on August 29, 2005 at 7:34 am HST]
As the former Conditiontion Coach of the Dallas Cowboys and L.A. Dodgers, I would like to add my congrats to a world class team. Way to go boys. John DeLuna
john deluna
Carlsbad CA