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Joey Jarneski
Joey Jarneski
Sport: baseball
For the Hilo High senior, it was always a matter of when, not it, he would be honored in this space.
Jarneski is used to pitching on big stages, and it showed Friday as the right-hander fired a three-hitter to hand Waiakea its first loss.
A day later, Jarneski – a former Hilo PONY World Series hero – manned second base as the Vikings completed a two-game sweep for their second BIIF Division I title in three seasons.
5 questions
Favorite song: “Portland” by Drake
Favorite food: Bacon cheeseburger
Favorite sports role model: Tom Brady
What makes you happy: Winning
Favorite cartoon character: Goku from Dragon Ball
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