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Myriad snapshots run through Hilo judo coach Jacob Shon’s head regarding the BIIF team championships.
Jacob Ramos pulled off the Vikings’ most surprising win, Izik Nakamasu’s victory was the most exciting, and Kaleo Miyasaki converted one of his team’s most beautiful throws.
But as an everlasting memory, it’s hard for Shon to top the thought of sending out his best judoka, Kody Minemoto, to clinch a championship.
“He’s our powerhouse,” Shon said. “Every throw that (Kody) does is absolutely beautiful. He’s got great technique.