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Whether it be at a PONY Mustang tournament in Hilo in 2014 (above photo), or on Maui in Bronco play this year (right), Hirata has long been one of coach Shon Malani’s team leaders.
Whether it be at a PONY Mustang tournament in Hilo in 2014 (above photo), or on Maui in Bronco play this year (right), Hirata has long been one of coach Shon Malani’s team leaders.
He can play shortstop and handle the bat, too.
In the championship game of the ages 11-12 sectional Sunday, Hirata homered twice among his five hits to pace Hilo to a 24-3 victory.
5 questions
Favorite song: “Candy Paint” by Post Malone
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite sports role model: Derek Jeter
What makes you happy: Baseball
Favorite cartoon character: SpongeBob SquarePants