Alice Johnston of Palmer was named Alaska Athlete of the Week after turning in a stunning performance at the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics. After a ten-year absence, the former Native Games standout made a spectacular return to WEIO. She won both the Two Foot Hick Kick...
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NYO Games star Colton Paul named Alaska Athlete of the Week
Colton Paul sensational performance at this year’s Native Youth Olympics earned him our Alaska Athlete of the Week honors. The Mt. Edgecumbe High School senior collected seven medals, broke a world record and won the Autumn Ridley Outstanding Male Athlete Award as the...
Native Youth Olympics: Colton Paul of Mt. Edgcumbe steals show with 7 medals, world record
Colton Paul stole the show at this year’s Native Youth Olympics. The Mt. Edgecumbe High School senior collected seven medals, broke a world record and won the Autumn Ridley Outstanding Male Athlete Award as the leading scorer. His 32 individual points were more than...
NYO to be Inducted into Alaska Sports Hall of Fame
- From the Cook Inlet Tribal Council newsletter “Alaska Native games are viewed as a big part of our heritage — not just our sports history, but of our state’s culture.” NYO events, like the Two-Foot High Kick, reflect traditional contests practiced by Alaska Native...