What attracted you to UH Hilo?
It has always been a dream of mine to play golf at the collegiate level and I knew that I wanted to go away for college. UH Hilo has allowed me to do both. It is also very comforting to know that home is a 50 minute plane ride away. This is perfect because I am away from home, but not too far away.

Tell us a little bit about your hometown and where you grew up. What did you like to do when you were young?
I grew up in Mililani on the island of Oahu. When I was young, I wanted to learn how to play the ukulele. So my parents sent me to the Roy Sakuma studio in Mililani. I would go once a week and I loved learning new songs and playing them. Now I enjoy picking up my uke in my spare time and learning songs off of the internet.

Who is one person you look up to and why?
I look up to my grandpa the most. He has always encouraged and supported me from a young age. He also plays golf so we have been golf buddies ever since I was seven. He saw the potential that I had and he would take me to the range, come with me to my golf lessons, and would take me to play on the course. Golf has allowed us to create a great relationship. Fun fact, he has not only taught me how to drive a golf ball but he also taught me how to drive a car!

When did you first start developing a passion for your sport? What did you like about it?
I first started to develop a passion for golf when I was a freshman in high school. Up until then, I played golf as an individual sport. But in high school, I really enjoyed the team aspect of it where we would all work together to produce good scores.

What is one unique thing you've been doing to pass the time during COVID?
During this pandemic, I have been sewing a lot. I have been sewing masks for my friends and family. I recently started sewing bucket hats as well. It has been a fun way to pass the time.

Until your team could practice together, what kind of workouts did you do to stay in shape?
To stay in shape, I go on walks around my neighborhood with my mom. I have also been going paddle boarding, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking with my boyfriend.

Who is your favorite professional athlete and why?
Tiger Woods is my favorite professional athlete because he dominated the field when I started playing golf. He has also shown incredible perseverance through obstacles and came out victorious.

What is your favorite thing to do on the Big Island?
My favorite thing to do on the Big Island is to drive to Kona, play a round of golf at Waikoloa, go to Hapuna Beach, and eat at Umekes.

What is your dream job?
My dream job is to work in the tourism industry. I would love to hold a position at Hawaiian Airlines. My mom has been working for Hawaiian Airlines for the past 33 years and I hope to follow in her footsteps.

What is one thing that most don't know about you?
One thing that most don't know about me is that I have fractured both my wrists exactly two years apart. They both happened on the last day of school during my second and fourth grade year.

What attracted you to your major and what do you love most about your major?
I am double majoring in Business Management and Marketing, and double minoring in Economics and Communication. I was attracted to learning more about the different aspects of the business industry. What I love most about my major is that I am able to build relationships with those who are interested in the same things that I am.

What are you grateful for?
I am grateful for my family for always being there for me. My mom especially has always been so understanding and supportive of the decisions that I have made. Through the good and the bad, she has loved me unconditionally and has always been there for me.

What hobbies outside of your sport do you have? What are some of your favorite things to do?
I love to spend time with my friends and family, go to the beach, and hike.

What is your favorite part about being a student-athlete?
My favorite part about being a student-athlete is being able to travel and compete. Through women's golf, I have played tournaments in California, Utah, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Texas.

What are some of your favorite places to eat in Hilo? What type of food do you enjoy?
My favorite types of food are Japanese and Local. Some of my favorite places to eat in Hilo are Hawaiian Style Cafe, Kenichis, Ocean Sushi, and Hilo Lunch Shop!

What do you miss about your hometown while you are at UH Hilo?
While I am at UH Hilo, I miss my family the most. I didn't think that I would miss them but I learned quickly during my first semester at UH Hilo that I get homesick.