HONOLULU (HI Now) - TransPacific Volleyball and 7Gen Culture are redefining sports tourism in Hawaiʻi by uniting sport, culture, and community to create meaningful opportunities for youth and lasting local impact. Guided by a modern ahupuaʻa mindset, their partnership integrates athletic competition with Hawaiian values, education pathways, and community engagement, ensuring events benefit athletes, families, and local businesses alike. Featuring insights from Ryan Tanaka of Braddahood Grindz and Daniel Barnard, General Manager of Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra, this collaboration highlights a new model of sports tourism that supports economic growth while honoring culture. Together, TransPacific and 7Gen are building college pathways for high school athletes and shaping a future where sports serve as a bridge to education, leadership, and community prosperity.
Get your free registration for the College Pathway for High School Athletes by Braddahood Grindz at Transpacificvolleyball.com and follow the journey at @transpacific.vb and @7genculture.
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