Tribune-Herald Athlete of the Week: Swimmer Brock Imonen

Brock Imonen

Sport: Ocean swimming

Gearing up for his sophomore year at Hawaii Prep, Imonen claimed the second leg of the Big Island’s Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming.

On Sunday, Imonen navigated the relatively smooth 1-mile course off Hapuna Beach in 23 minutes, 36.29 seconds, moving into third place in the Triple Crown standings.

5 questions

Favorite song: “Believer,” by Imagine Dragons

Favorite food: Fruit, specifically oranges

Favorite sports role model: Michael Phelps

What makes you happy: Seeing my times get faster and faster

Favorite cartoon character: Tom and Jerry