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Bengga-Nai is a very popular ancient Chamori game played by the Famagu'on (children or young
adults). This game has been passed down through the ages and is somewhat similar to the "Jån Ken Po" game but with a Taotao
Tåno' twist. The Chamori people were a stylish but creative lot, with a sense of competitive adventure.
Bengga, Bengga, Bengga-Nai.
Hacha Metgot Håyi-Nai
Kumu Hågu, Kumu Guåo
Hacha Mori Na Taotao
Some of the Implements Used:
Åcho' = Rock or Stone
Somnak = Sun
Uchan = Rain
Tapa = Cloth
Ayuyu = Coconut Crab
Fanihi = Fruitbat
"When I was very young in Sinajana, my friends and I played Bengga-Nai. We used different versions and different
chants but the objectives and results were always the same. Whenever we played Basketball, Baseball, Football, Volleyball,
Dutch Ball, and other sports....we used Bengga-Nai to decide who starts 1st. Even playing cards, we used Bengga-Nai to determine
the game and who would begin the play." norbert perez.
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