Tribune-Herald Athlete of the Week: Daycen Aurelio

Daycen Aurelio
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Daycen Aurelio • baseball

His could be a name to watch after Aurelio showed the a potential to become a BIIF slugger.

The Hilo Broncos All-Stars finished 2-2 at the state PONY tournament, and Aurelio had a big hand in both victories on Oahu.

The eighth-grader at Waiakea Intermediate hit three home runs, two as part of a five-RBI, 4-for-4 performance Saturday, and Aurelio delivered a game-winning RBI single Sunday.

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Favorite food: Spam musabi

Favorite movie: Black Panther

Favorite athlete: Clayton Kershaw

Favorite website: ESPN.com

Favorite spot on the Big Island: Kailua-Kona