Kawika Akina, former Pleasant Grove High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 20 in Division III NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

Kawika Akina

By Utah Valley Times

Mar 21, 2025

On Thursday, March 20, former Pleasant Grove High School standout Kawika Akina’s current collegiate team the NYU Violets won 72-60 against the Washington Bears in the NCAA Division III Basketball Championship Tournament.

Hosted in Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, this was the first game against the Washington Bears during the championship.

The NYU Violets’ next game will take place on Saturday, March 22 at 4 p.m. in Allen County War Memorial Coliseum against Trinity Bantams.

Kawika Akina’s hometown is Kahuku and game position is guard.

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