Tribune-Herald Athlete of the Week: Ka’u’s Pilanca-Emmsley

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Isaiah Pilanca-Emmsley

Isaiah Pilanca-Emmsley

Football

Granted, it’s easier to be the man when there are fewer men on the field as in eight-man football, but Pilanca-Emmsley has a place in history.

Ka’u’s 90-58 loss Saturday to Lanai was reported to be the highest-scoring Hawaii high school football game on record, and the Trojans’ freshman played a big role with five touchdowns.

5 questions

Favorite song: “Hail Mary”

Favorite food: Steak

Favorite sports role model: Michael Vick

What makes you happy: Football

Favorite cartoon character: SpongeBob SquarePants