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Puka Nacua’s rapid ascent an inspiration to Polynesian athletes and Hawaii fans | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

WAILUKU >> From the moment the Los Angeles Rams landed in Maui, Puka Nacua embraced the spotlight and provided sunshine vibes.

Puka Nacua’s rapid ascent an inspiration to Polynesian athletes and Hawaiian fans - Hawaii Tribune-Herald

WAILUKU, Maui — From the moment the Los Angeles Rams landed in Maui, Puka Nacua embraced the spotlight and provided sunshine vibes.

Puka Nacua: Rams Minicamp In Maui 'Feels Like Home'

The Los Angeles Rams did minicamp right this year as they traveled to Maui in Hawaii for a week’s worth of practices. The trip was extra special to Puka Nacua, who is of Samoan, Hawaiian and Portuguese descent. He clearly enjoyed his time in Maui and discussed what it meant to him, via Stu Jackson of TheRams.com: “It feels like home,” Nacua said after Tuesday’s practice. “As soon as we got off the plane, the first person, he gave me a big hug an…

Puka Nacua and the Rams Uplift Maui with Culture, Connection, and Community Spirit1 - Sports Al Dente

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua received a heartfelt welcome upon arriving in Maui for the team’s mandatory minicamp. A member of the local community greeted him with a warm hug, thanking him for his impact on the Polynesian community. Nacua, who has deep Polynesian roots, felt right at home practicing in Hawaii. His popularity and cultural background have made him a beloved figure in the islands, and his presence symbolizes a strong c…

Puka Nacua's rapid ascent is an inspiration to Polynesian athletes and Hawaiian fans

From the moment the Los Angeles Rams landed in Maui, Puka Nacua embraced the spotlight and provided sunshine vibes.