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Jacob Igawa
Jacob Igawa
Sport: baseball
Igawa offered production and intangibles as Nobu Yamauchi won its first RBI Baseball World Series.
The Waiakea senior knocked in six runs at the under-19 tournament, but perhaps more impressive is that the catcher gained his coaches’ trust and made most of the pitching calls.
“He was our cornerstone,” coach James Hirayama said.
5 questions
Favorite song: “Rather Be,” by Clean Bandit
Favorite food: A good bowl of ramen
Favorite sports role model: Giancarlo Stanton
What makes you happy: Having free time
Favorite cartoon character: Patrick Star
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