MEET OUR TEAM

AUNTY LAINY RICHARDS-AROCHA

Club President

My ohana comes from Kalihi, Oahu, Hawai'i.  My passion comes from helping to perpetuate the Hawaiian culture, helping and supporting my community.  I love the feeling I get when I am out on the water in the wa'a.  I feel the mana with my ancestors.  My favorite saying is "Cheeeeeeehuuuuu!"

FERMIN AROCHA

Club Vice-President

Unko Bebee is busy with his duties as the clubs Vice President.  As a founding member of the SAOCC, he continues to provide leadership on the direction and focus of the club.

JACI GONZALEZ

Club Secretary

Jaci was born and raised in Kaneohe, Oahu.  As a teenager, she moved to Maui where she joined Kihei Canoe Club and paddled on an all girls team.  

With over 15 years of office work experience, Jaci is right at home with the administrative needs of SAOCC.  She currently resides in Hondo, Texas.

TOMMIE WALLACE

Club Treasurer

I’m from Kaneohe, Hawaii, and love being on the water. Boogie boarding was my water sport growing up and I found paddle boarding a few years ago. I’m excited to be a part of bringing outrigger canoe paddling to San Antonio and racing this season.

MARVIN LONGBOY

Coach

Marvin has paddled for many years in Hawaii before moving with his family to Texas. His experiences have helped club paddlers become proficient and gain confidence.

JIM COSTELLO

Coach

Jim has paddled with the Hanalei Canoe Club when he lived on Kauai.  He brings a wealth of experience to the club.