Kealakehe Waveriders (Kailua-Kona, HI) fans left the game satisfied Saturday as they observed their football team nudge the host Waiakea Warriors (Hilo, HI), 18-16 in a league test.

With the win, Kealakehe improves its record to 1-3 on the season. The Waveriders travel to Kea'au (Kea'au, HI) to confront the Cougars in a Big Island I battle on Saturday, September 17. The Cougars enter the battle with a record of 2-2. Kea'au lost 66-0 in their recent league battle against Konawaena (Kealakekua, HI)

Coming up next, the Warriors play the Hilo Vikings (Hilo, HI) in a Big Island I battle, on Saturday, September 17. Waiakea will attempt to advance on its 0-3 season record. The Vikings enter the battle with a 2-2 record after their 51-6 league loss to Konawaena (Kealakekua, HI).