3rd Annual Trucker Dukes Memorial Dive: Keiki Spearfishing Tournament & Invasive Roundup

Join UVSC to help control invasive species of fish in Hawaiʻi and raise life-saving funds to help families fighting cancer. This unique fundraising event consists of an invasive species roundup and spearfishing tournament that helps to protect our precious marine resources and raise awareness for supportive cancer care and resources provided by UVSC. The overall goal is to remove as many roi, ta’ape and to’au as possible from Hawaiian waters in the time allotted. All funds raised will go directly to UVSC’s mission of supporting families fighting cancer with their out-of-pocket cancer-related medical costs and essential needs.

This event is FREE to the public to attend as spectators; cost of entry is $100 per team. Fun and educational activities will be provided by community organizations and sponsors for keiki and attendees. Spectators and community members can also participate in UVSC’s silent auction featuring a variety of items and gift certificates to Mauiʻs best restaurants and shops.

This event honors and celebrates Trucker Dukes “big, little life” as his mom, Shauna, describes it. Trucker Dukes was UVSCʻs first Hero and beneficiary of our Financial Assistance Program, who continues to inspire us to support and uplift families in our community that are facing cancer.

Tournament Age Divisions: (* ALL minors must be accompanied by an adult)
— 7-10 years old*
— 11-14 years old*
— 15-18 years old* (must have been enrolled in high school in 2024-2025 school year)
— *NEW* OPEN Division – More details coming soon!

Prizes will be awarded in each age group for the following categories: Smallest Roi, Largest Roi, and Most Overall Weight (includes roi, ta’ape and to’au)

EVENT SCHEDULE: SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2025:

6:30am- 7:30am: Diver Check-In open. Both divers on team must be present to be eligible to compete. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
8:00am: Tournament BEGINS! Safety checks must be completed in order to enter the water.
9:00am – 12:30pm: SILENT AUCTION open with great items and gift certificates to Mauiʻs best restaurants and shops. Bidding also will be available that day via UVSCʻs Instagram.
10:00am-1:00pm: Fun and educational activities will be provided by community organizations and sponsors for keiki and attendees
12:00pm – All teams RETURN for Weigh-In. Lunch is served.
12:30pm-1:00pm: Awards Ceremony
1:00pm: Silent Auction closes; Mahalo and A Hui Hou!