Tribune-Herald Athlete of the Week: St. Joe’s Nanami Taono

RICK OGATA photo Nanami Taono gives St. Joseph more than just depth. For information on purchasing an Ogata photo, email guppies4me@gmail.com.
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Nanami Taono • Basketball

St. Joseph doesn’t have a girls basketball team, but that doesn’t stop Taono.

The sophomore not only provides crucial depth for the eight-member Cardinals, she brings offense as well, scoring seven points Saturday against defending BIIF Division II champion Honokaa.

5 questions

Favorite movie: Pitch Perfect

Favorite food: Oyakodon and brownies

Favorite website: YouTube

Favorite sports moment: Making a 3-pointer and getting fouled

Favorite spot on the Big Island: Hapuna Beach with friends