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Just wrapped up the school year with the keiki of Ke Kula Kaiapuni o Blanche Pope through the Liliʻuokalani Trust ʻŌlino program — and honestly, they were the real teachers and I was the student.

In a world that moves fast, people forget how powerful haʻahaʻa is. Every session reminded me why I love using movement — not just to train bodies, but to touch hearts and transform lives. I was given the kuleana to design my own program, shaping each week around culture, community, and pilina. The lessons the keiki gave me ran even deeper.

At the end of the program, we celebrated with mea hoʻohanohano for kōkua, ʻeleu, and ʻoluʻolu — all voted on by the keiki themselves. I surprised them with my brother’s Olympic shirt and the excitement was unreal. Then we talked about what it means to carry yourself with humility. Deflecting credit and shining light on your team and ʻohana first.

Mahalo nui to the entire staff and ʻohana of Blanche Pope and the Liliʻuokalani Trust for this opportunity. It was a privilege to continue to spend time with these special keiki of Waimānalo and help create a space where they feel safe, celebrated, and successful — exactly as they are.

What an honor to serve and to learn. 🌱
Aloha ke kahi i kekahi.

#hawaiianshelpinghawaiians by @mehanamentality

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Got to share some rare gym time with my brother and best friend, Micah, and his amazing fiancé Zana—two people who mean the world to me and who live with the kind of intention and integrity that this space is all about.

Micah’s home maybe three days a year, and this time he used one of them to jump into our Night Owl training—not just to move, but to challenge the mental side of the game. The way we think. The way we show up. The way we connect.

The things he shares are simple, but they hit—because they come from how he lives, and from the way all four of us were raised: with heart, humility, and a belief that real growth starts in the space between your ears.

It’s not just about being great at the game—it’s about connecting pieces and people. Because not every great player can teach, and not every coach knows how to connect.

I keep showing up every day because I’ve seen what this mindset can do—for me, and for the people around me. And I’m proud to keep building it, one rep at a time.

See you in the gym 🧠💪🏽 by @mehanamentality

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A gentle reminder to include breath work in your preparations for this weekend. Whether you are competing, coaching, parenting or recruiting, be sure to come back to the things within your control. Box breathing is a simple and easy way to reset your nervous system and strengthen focus needed for the task at hand.

Just another tool added to your toolbox💪🏽🧠🧘🏽‍♀️

See you in the gym! by @mehanamentality

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2 years ago

40th year of GETC💗🥳

The pleasure is always mine to be a part of working with players and coaches around the world. Huge mahalo to the Enriques ʻOhana for opening spaces that prioritize Sport Psychology and for hosting everyone with open arms.

This week I spoke in various high school groups of athletes, coaches and administrators about:

• Reframing
•Square of Success
•Power of Social Media
•Word Worth
•Culture x62926299661
•Self-Talk
•Conflict Resolution
•Car Rides Home
•Developing leaders
•Body Language
•Modeling
•Active Listening
•Development of Pride
•Visualization
•Routines
•Goal setting

Continue to say yes to the things that fill your cup! Oregon you have a special place in my heart 🧠💪🏽 taken in Seaside, Oregon by @mehanamentality

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Every training session, every lesson, every moment poured into these young people has poured something back into me. I’ve been so blessed to feel genuine fulfillment in the work I do, and I’m grateful for every athlete, every family, and every opportunity that continue to fill my cup. Busy and blessed always. by @mehanamentality

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Calling all Hawaiian kamalei! We officially begin Summer Engagement on Monday 🧠💪🏽

If you’re looking for a place to play, build pilina with others, train, lift and get a few pick up games in- let’s go! No experience needed! Register to be a beneficiary of the Trust online (FREE) and then show up when you can.

If sports aren’t your thing? No problem. The entire Liliʻuokalani Center is open to explore your passions in every pathway possible. Cooking, Esports, dance, music, yoga, self defense, theater, the list goes on.

If you know of any Hawaiian youth or ʻohana that need help this summer, physically, emotionally or spiritually, message me and let’s continue to learn together. Ages 12-24 welcome.

#hawaiianshelpinghawaiians by @mehanamentality

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Exciting things are kicking off tomorrow! Proud to be a part of the very first Reignite Coaches Clinic hosted by the one and only @coachk808

One of the greatest responsibilities of a coach, educator, mentor, or leader is the willingness to remain a student. Because what happens when teachers never allow themselves to learn? Growth stops. Curiosity fades. Innovation disappears. Creativity is left behind. And what happens to the student when the teacher refuses to evolve? They inherit limitation instead of possibility.

The best coaches understand that development is never one-dimensional. To lead others well, we have to continuously challenge ourselves, expand our perspective, and stay open to growth both on and off the gym.

Spaces dedicated to learning, collaboration, and honest conversation in sport and human development are still rare… so it’s your job to seek them out. This clinic is more than an event, it’s the beginning of a movement toward better coaching, better leadership, and better people.

On June 5, I’ll be speaking on mental performance, mental conditioning, the triangulation of training, and what it means to bring culture into spaces where you may have to create belonging for yourself and others.

If you’re passionate about sport, leadership, coaching, or human development, I’d love to see you there. Let me know if you’re interested and we’ll get you signed up.

See you in the classroom 🧠💪🏽 by @mehanamentality

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Moments like these 💜🦋 by @mehanamentality

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Been busy with Spring 2 session at Liliʻuokalani Center Athletics💜

As coaches, it is apparent that our energy is reflected by those we teach. When we are present, they are present and vice versa. Eventually the ball will drop and people affiliate you with the way you treated them and the way you showed up. Raising all around humans and community leaders, not just 6 rotation outside hitters or highly skilled point guards.

Visit the website to learn about summer scheduling. Call me, and if your response is delayed, I am doing my best to be present.

#hawaiianshelpinghawaiians

All kamalei are approved for photo consent. by @mehanamentality

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We did it! The inaugural Liliʻuokalani Trust NFL Homegrown Clinic welcomed 120 kamalei, 4 NFL athletes, and 8 UH Football student-athletes, and what a impactful success it was 💜

After many hours of planning, preparation, and heart poured into every detail, this day became a true reflection of what happens when community shows up with purpose. ʻAʻohe hana nui ke alu ʻia, many hands make light work, and this event stood as living proof of that ʻike. Every helping hand, every voice of encouragement, and every moment of support helped lift our kamalei in ways that will last far beyond the field.

We honor the legacy of Queen Liliʻuokalani and Pauahi, whose visions continue to guide us. To see our poʻe, those grown here, return, uplift, and lead the next generation is something truly special. Our kamalei are not only dreaming big, they are becoming strong, capable, and grounded kānaka.

Mahalo to everyone who made this day possible. This is only the beginning, and we can’t wait to grow, build, and come back even stronger next year. by @mehanamentality

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6 months ago

Sunday fun at SAS with coach Mehana! @mehanamentality

PREP ALL SKILLS 12-15
Sundays 12pm-2pm
@spikeandservegym @spikeandserve

#hawaii #volleyball #volleyballplayer #hawaii #volleyballlife by @mehanamentality

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Books aren’t for everyone, reading is a MUST! Defense is a mindset and the skill piece of that relies on understanding the path of the ball and the story it is telling you. In Hawaiian, we use the word kilo. Kilo meaning to observe. If you take time to kilo, you’d be surprised what you can learn!

See you in the gym 🧠💪🏽 by @mehanamentality

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