Daniel Kniseley not only beat the rest of the field last Saturday at Hapuna Beach, he also conquered Father Time. ADVERTISING Daniel Kniseley not only beat the rest of the field last Saturday at Hapuna Beach, he also conquered Father
Daniel Kniseley not only beat the rest of the field last Saturday at Hapuna Beach, he also conquered Father Time.
Kniseley — a 54-year-old retired lifeguard who moved to the Big Island from Florida late last year — is now two-thirds of the way to the Triple Crown after winning the Hapuna Rough Water swim in 21 minutes, 13.9 seconds.
If Kniseley had a vote for this honor, he would have given it to the swimmer he edged out, Madeline Foo, who finished in 21:14.8.
“She excels academically, awesome family, great work ethic … making her a top athlete!” Kniseley said. “She is respectful of her elders and is more deserving of Athlete of the Week than me. And most importantly of all is, she is a local that is succeeding and worthy of being a role model for Hawaiian children.”
5 questions
Favorite song: “We’re Only Gonna Die For Our Own Arrogance,” Sublime
What makes you happy: My son Kyle
Favorite cartoon character: Glenn Quagmire from Family Guy
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite sports role model: Madeline Foo
To nominate an athlete, email sports@hawaiitribune-herald.com
