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Afa Tuaolo
Afa Tuaolo
Sport: paddling
What is that they say about leading by example?
Look no further than Tuaolo, who not only coached Puna Canoe Club to its second straight AAA crown at the Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association finals Saturday, but he also had a big hand out on the water.
In the men’s 50 race, Tuaolo, Terry Andrade, Baba Baldado, Louie Mendonca, Kevin Thompson and Brian Peterson capped their second consecutive undefeated season to repeat as state champs as well.
5 questions
Favorite song: “Mustang Sally” by Wilson Pickett
Favorite food: Steak
Favorite sports role model: My wife, Beth
What makes you happy: Paddling
Favorite cartoon character: Superman
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