WAIMEA — Held scoreless in two preseason games, the Hilo offense came to life in its BIIF opener, knocking off Hawaii Preparatory 33-16 in Waimea on Saturday.
In his BIIF debut as Hilo’s starting quarterback, Ka’ale Tiogangco was 12 of 18 passing for 278 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. He also accounted for 94 yards and a score on the ground. His lone mistake came on a tipped pass in the fourth quarter.
Hilo senior wide receiver Keaho Kaawa caught five passes for 171 yards and two scores. His touchdown receptions came on plays of 81 and 64 yards.