
Promising freshman JJ Mandaquit of ‘Iolani enjoying a recharge in Hilo
By Paul Honda on August 9, 2021In the hoops universe, JJ Mandaquit is a rising star. Of the class of 2025 — incoming freshmen — none has shone brighter on a national stage than the ‘Iolani hoopster. The general consensus is that Mandaquit and Pupuali‘i Sepulona are the top two incoming freshmen in Hawaii. Sepulona, a 6-foot-3 post scorer with a silky shooting stroke, was one of Saint Louis’ top scorers in its varsity summer league. The left-handed shooter is now playing football. Mandaquit was Sepulona’s […]