Tribune-Herald Athlete of the Week: Volleyball player Dawn Aiona

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Dawn Aiona • volleyball

With Big Islanders Dawn Aiona and Julie Enriques in the fold, No Dinx had no problem in claiming the USA Volleyball National Championship’s women’s masters division in Columbus, Ohio, in late May.

Julie Enriques founded the team and husband Guy Enriques is the coach, but they both liked Aiona, a former UH-Hilo Vulcan, for this award based on the presence she provided in the middle.

5 questions

Favorite food: Chips and salsa

Favorite movie: Anything scary

Favorite thing about volleyball: Playing and having fun with my amazing teammates.

Favorite athletes: My three kids (Kolby, Kailey and Jacob)

Favorite spot on the Big Island: Waimea