Join UVSC to Help Control Invasive Species of Fish in Hawaiʻi & Raise Life-Saving Funds to Help Families Fighting Cancer

The 2nd annual Trucker Dukes Memorial Dive is a unique and inspiring event for keiki and adults that supports a great cause while also nurturing love for the sport of spearfishing and our oceans! All funds raised from this Silent Auction and the Dive Tournament will go directly to UVSC’s mission of supporting families fighting cancer with their cancer-related medical costs and essential needs.

This invasive species roundup and tournament is a chance for us to practice caring for our precious marine resources by doing our part in the campaign to control invasive fish on our reefs by eradicating harmful invasive species (roi, ta’ape, to’au). The overall goal is to remove as many Roi possible from Hawaiian waters (in the designated dive boundary area) in the time allotted.

About UVSC: UVSC’s mission is to provide hope by raising funds for individuals fighting cancer, as well as support cutting-edge research for a cure. UVSC stands for “Us Versus Cancer” and is a Hawaii-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was founded by cancer survivor, Jamil Newirth, and Chris Thibaut, who lost his father to cancer in 1997. Inspired by the community who took it upon themselves to organize events and support Jamil after he was diagnosed with Stage IV brain cancer, UVSC was created with a vision of bringing communities together to support each other in times of greatest need and against all odds – and most importantly, to provide hope so no one has to fight cancer alone.

EVENT SCHEDULE: SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2024: All Divers Must be Pre-Registered (visit uvsc.org to register)

6:30am- 7:30am: Diver Check-In open. Both divers on team must be present to be eligible to compete. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
8:00am: Tournament BEGINS! Safety checks must be completed in order to enter the water.
9:00am – 12:30pm: SILENT AUCTION open with great items and gift certificates to Mauiʻs best restaurants and shops. Bidding will open early on Friday, June 21 via UVSCʻs Instagram.
10:00am-1:00pm: Fun and educational activities will be provided by community organizations and sponsors for keiki and attendees
12:00pm – All teams RETURN for Weigh-In. Lunch is served.
12:30pm-1:00pm: Awards Ceremony, Mahalo!

2024 Trucker Dukes Memorial Dive

By UVSC

2024 Trucker Dukes Memorial Dive