Editor’s note: This story has been modified, deleting content regarding UH-Hilo’s use of Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
Kamehameha captured the boys championship at the Hilo High Holiday Prep Classic when everyone expected the other team up by 16 points to win it.
The Warriors rallied past the host Vikings 51-49 on Saturday night at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
Hilo thumped Honokaa 38-22 for the girls title in what felt like a preview for the BIIF semifinals. (The girls BIIF playoffs will be held at Kealakehe High’s gym.)
It was a stark contrast in playing styles in the Holiday Prep Classic championships.