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Stepping into Tradition: The 36th Guam Micronesia Island Fair Celebrates Slinging and Cultural Revival

Frank Camacho — Wed, 29 May 2024 11:37:28 +0000

As the warm GUAHAN breeze sweeps through Governor Joseph Flores Memorial Park at Ypao Beach, the 36th annual Guam Micronesia Island Fair (GMIF) gears up to present “Regenerating Micronesia” on June 1-2, 2024. This year, the fair promises more than a showcase of Micronesia’s rich cultural tapestry; it also heralds a special focus on the traditional and evolving practice of slinging. At the heart of...

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A Journey of Resilience: Ray Chargualaf’s Inspiring Ultra Marathon Feat at the Fire Fest Ultra

Roman Dela Cruz — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:30:22 +0000

In the vast, rocky expanses of Nevada’s desert, under a blanket of stars, Ray Chargualaf and his team embarked on a journey that tested the limits of human endurance and spirit. The Fire Fest Ultra 100-Mile Race, a grueling test of resilience, saw Ray pushing through 72 miles—a remarkable feat that speaks volumes about never giving up, despite falling short of the goal. A Team...

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Pushing the Limits: Guam’s Ray Chargualaf’s Journey to the Fire Fest Ultra 100-Mile Race

Roman Dela Cruz — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 12:22:24 +0000

In the heart of Logandale, Nevada, on November 18-19, 2023, Ray Chargualaf, a proud son of Guam and the Mariana Islands, will embark on a grueling 100-mile race, the Fire Fest Ultra. His story is not just about physical endurance but a testament to the resilience, determination, and spirit of a local boy who dared to push the boundaries of mind, body, and spirit....

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Slinging Forward: A Chamorro’s Connection to the Past and Vision for the Future

Roman Dela Cruz — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:52:47 +0000

Slinging Forward: A Chamorro’s Connection to the Past and Vision for the Future In the bustling atmosphere of the World Slinging Cup in Ibiza, Spain, the duo from Guam and the Mariana Islands, Roman Dela Cruz and Guelo Rosario, took a moment to share their insights on the ancient art of slinging. Their words revealed not just a love for the...

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Slingers from Guam Arrive in Spain For 2017 International Competition UPDATE!

webmaster — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 03:52:26 +0000

Slingers from Guam in Spain UPDATE! The F Word: FONER Mallorceans are known throughout history for their armies of thousands of slingers. They were so proficient that they were highly sought after as soldiers for war. Guam has the only national flag pf the world featuring a sling-stone. #onra #fokai #shareculture Update w/ Roman DLC. Currently in Spain for the competition along side Guelo Rosario...

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Guelo! FOKAI IRELAND!

webmaster — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 23:20:24 +0000

Guelu putting the final touches (at Fokai Ireland’s Grasshopper Lounge), on his model Proa hours before Fokai Amphibious Division, TASA, and The Guam Waterman Club’s ‘ presentation of The Flying Proa to Ireland Seafarers this evening at The Oar in Crosshaven Ireland

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Welcome to Guam Fokai Japan Shachoo NACHI and family

webmaster — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 03:59:42 +0000

ONE GOOD SPLIFF For more than the past 10 years, Whenever Guam folks go to Japan–from personal guided tours to helping coordinate accommodations and logistics for the Asian open Purebred JiuJitsu Guam , from the shadows, this guy always goes above and beyond to make sure to roll out the red carpet and make sure that everything is taken care of. Blown away by the food,...

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Guelo Slinging Tutorial Capitol F (Acho Atupak) // The Fokai Shop Agana

webmaster — Mon, 12 Sep 2016 08:23:59 +0000

Guelo Slinging Tutorial Capitol F (Acho Atupak) // The Fokai Shop Agana. How to use a Chamorro sling also known as Acho Atupak.

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Growth w/ Guam BJJ! Share Jiu-Jitsu

webmaster — Mon, 12 Sep 2016 08:11:28 +0000

Growth w/ Guam BJJ! Share Jiu-Jitsu Purebred BJJ Guam makes a trip to the mecca at Purebred Japan. More than 15years ago. Enson Inoue The Purebred Shooto Gym Guam opened its doors. With a consistently growing number competing in the Asian Open, 40 competitors in this weekend’s event– Guam leads the way for Purebred affiliates across the globe in The Land of the Samurai. Good...

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EVERYDAY PEOPLE // Joseph Aguon

webmaster — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 14:21:39 +0000

EVERYDAY PEOPLE Joseph Aguon has been picking up hazardous materials from the waterfront at Ypao Beach to save people and families from unnecessary injury and for other good reasons. He was featured in Guam media last week where he discovered a live grenade in a high foot traffic are on one of our most populated beaches unearthed by severe rains that eroded sand. He has...

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