Damien football

Timing isn’t always everything. But Damien could have used a break or two on Friday night. The Monarchs came into a huge showdown with ‘Iolani, with a Division I state-tournament berth at stake and an ailing Amo Sulu. The talented and highly productive running back tore his meniscus in a must-win battle with Moanalua two weeks ago, but suited up and played as best he could against ‘Iolani. Sulu came into the game with 1,225 yards and 14 touchdowns on […]

Amo Sulu could only watch the final 24 minutes on Friday as No. 10 Damien battled to extend its season. By then, the junior running back’s efforts in the first 24 had helped power the Monarchs into the lead and they hung on for a 22-17 win over sixth-ranked and previously unbeaten Moanalua at Aloha Stadium, assuring the Monarchs of another game. >> CLICK HERE FOR A PHOTO GALLERY FROM THE GAME Sulu ran for 114 yards on 16 carries […]

News spreads fast. On Saturday, moments after Leilehua hung on to edge ‘Iolani 28-25 at Aloha Stadium, the Damien Monarchs were counting their blessings. ‘Iolani dropped into a tie with Damien at 5-2 in ILH Division I play. With only one state-tournament berth allotted to the ILH, the first-place finisher qualifies. Second place turns in the pads. No. 10 Damien (7-2 overall) needs a win over No. 6 Moanalua (8-0, 6-0 OIA D-I) on Friday at Aloha Stadium. The Monarchs […]