Konawaena won’t be bringing back a banner from its debut appearance at the HHSAA girls water polo championships.
What the Wildcats will bring back from the Duke Kahanamoku Aquatic Complex on Oahu is the memory of one of the most thrilling matchups in recent memory.
After battling through regulation and nearly three overtime periods, Kalani’s Mahie Lee netted the game-winning sudden-death goal, winning 3-2 to relegate Konawaena to the consolation bracket. Kalani (8-5) advances to face No. 2 seeded Kahuku (11-0).
Aaliyah Butler and Porsha Brandt netted goals for Konawaena (7-6).
The Wildcats have a day off before facing Kaiser in the consolation matchup at 1:30 p.