Hapalua Team Challenge

Davis (Kuikaika) Ka’ahanui, age 27 (Team Duke Statue)

competed at the 2023 half-ironman world championships and won 4 local triathlon races last year.
Personal best times: Marathon-2:57, Half marathon-1:11:49, 10K-31:40, 5k-15:00.0
2013 Hawaii State High School Cross Country Champion
2023 King’s Runner 10k 1st Place
2024 Great Aloha Run Champion

Gabi Bedlion, age 25 (Team Duke Statue)
Trail runner at heart. Will work for vert and views.
PRs- 5k 19:29, 10k 38:11
2022 Tantalus Trail Half Marathon

Zoe Worobel, age 29 (Team Duke Statue)
My favorite color is yellow. I work as a medical-surgical nurse at Queen’s Medical Center. My recent accomplishment was running 3 marathons in a year while working full-time – Honolulu, Boston, and Portland. PRs – 18:16 5K, 38:50 10K, 1:26 HM, 3:01 Marathon @ Boston. GO TEAM HAWAI’I!

Troy Oshimo, age 23 (Team Duke Statue)
PR’s:
– 5k: 15:35
– 8k: 25:52
– 10k: 32:52
Occupation: Digital Technology Specialist at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Accomplishments: 2022 NCAA XC D2 West Regional qualifier, 2024 King’s Runner 10k Runner Up
Fun Facts/ other info: I’m currently a full-time graduate student at Hawaii Pacific University studying Business Administration. I’m relatively new to running only having picked up running 4 years ago after graduating from Kalani High School in 2019. I took a chance on myself and walked onto the Hawaii Pacific University men’s cross country team to further pursue running until graduating in the Spring of 2023. Outside of running my various hobbies include cooking, filming, video editing, and traveling.

Bree Wee, age 44 (Team Duke Statue)
Career: 4th Grade teacher at Kahakai Elementary
12 years ago I was invited to the first ever “Chase”, (before Team Hawaii had matching outfits), and every year since it has been a gift I don’t take for granted. This year will be my 9th time on Team Hawaii, all these years later I still pinch myself I get to line up with such incredible runners. Having once been a professional triathlete my mind still remembers how to compete and push thru the discomfort, being twice the age of most the girls on Team Hawaii my body often laughs as I try to will it go as fast as it did 12 years ago!! I found myself last year giving the girls in my group pep talks, advice, and tuff love during the race. That’s how I believe life works, you get to where you’re going then you turn back and help the next in line. It’s an honor to be here again as part of Team Hawaii, happy training and see everyone on the start line!

2007 Ironman Hawaii-Set age group record & first Hawaii girl to break 10hrs
2012 Ironman Louisville Champion
2014 Ironman Whistler Champion
2018 Peacock 55 mile trail race champ
2x HURT 100 mile finisher
2x Kona Marathon Champ
3x Hilo to Volcano 50k Champ

Jeremy Morgan, age 26, (Team Duke)
I was a 2-time cross country national qualifier while running for Moraine Valley Community College in Illinois. Then, I competed in cross country and track for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. After receiving my degree in Environmental Science I moved to Hawaii where I am currently a Biologist for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
PRs include:
5k: 16:18
8k: 27:02
10k: 33:21
Half Marathon: 1:11:49
2023 Honolulu Marathon: 2:37:43 (9th overall male and top Hawaii resident)
2024 King’s 10k: 33:59 (4th overall)

Laura Ankrum, age 51, (Team Duke Statue)
I am a Big Island mother of 3 and arunner for 41 years. I run because I am happy I get to. As a family medicine doctor at Hawai’i Island Community Health Center, I see people whose health changes can lead to job loss, financial loss, and homelessness. Running or walking daily is one way to improve and maintain our health.

For 10 years, I have lived on the Big Island with my husband Adam and 3 sons. We have enjoyed competing in athletic events throughout Hawai’i as a family of 5 and as individuals.
Marathon PR 2:49 1999
Last 10 years Marathon PR 3:04:03 CIM 2022
Half Marathon PR 1:20 1996
10K PR 35:03 1994
Olympic Trials Marathon Qualifier 2000
NCAA Division 1 Championship Qualifier Two Times in 10,000m
Michigan State High School Champion 1600m 5:01 3200m 10:58
Member Otisville LakeVille High School State Track Team Champions 1991

Kevin Enriques, age 35 (Team Duke Statue)
Lives in Honolulu. When not running or working I enjoys bouldering, hiking, or relaxing with his miniature schnauzer (Sherman) and his partner.
10k PR 33:30
Half Marathon PR 1:17:29
Marathon PR 2:53:58
Running Accomplishments: Top Male Kama’aina in 2010 and 2016 Honolulu Marathon, Sixth time on Hapalua’s Team Hawaii.
Occupation – Accountant

Instagram: @kev_en2

Grace Chow (Jenkins), age 27 (Team Duke Statue)
Currently a Marine Corps officer and accomplished distance runner. A former Division 1 cross country athlete for The Citadel, Grace has completed 18 marathons and a 50-mile ultramarathon. She holds a 10K PR of 38:53, a half-marathon PR of 1:27, and marathon PR of 2:57. Grace is a key member of the All-Marine Corps running team. Alongside her husband Daniel, she eagerly anticipates the arrival of their baby boy this Summer.

Patrick Stover, age 35 (Team Duke Statue)
I spend my days working at our local bike shop, helping others find their own passion for running or cycling, as well as serving as head track coach at Makua Lani Christian academy, where I direct the practices Monday – Friday. Afterward I make time for my own running and training before heading home to either make a delicious meal for my wife, or just feed our cats and enjoy a meal made by my loving wife! I wrap up the week by attending track meets on Saturdays that my student athletes participate in, just like I did as a keiki. That leaves Sunday, which is my day of rest. And by “rest” I mean a long run and running errands.

I run because I want to set an example for the athletes I coach. I ask a lot from them, and I just want them to know that I also expect that from myself. I also want them to realize that just because we come from a small town does not mean we are small. It does not mean we are insignificant. If we have the heart of a lion we can become the Kings of our Kingdom. Don’t ever give up, and don’t ever stop believing in yourself!

Accomplishments, PRs in various distances
2006 HHSAA cross-country championship, 2nd
2006 HHSAA track and field 800m, 2nd
2015 Kona half-marathon, 1st
2017 Big Island International marathon, 1st
2017 Mac-a-thon 10k, 1st
2017 100% Kona Coffee half marathon, 1st
2017 Peacock Challenge 55 miler, 1st
2017 & 2018 Volcano half marathon, 1st
2018 HURT 100 mile finisher
2018, 2019 & 2022, Hapalua Finisher, Team Hawaii, with a half PR of 1:17:06
2018 & 2023 Boston Marathon Finisher
2019 Kau Coffee half marathon, 2nd
2020 Hilo to Volcano 50k, 2nd
2020 100% Kona Coffee marathon, 1st
2021 Hawai’i Bird Conservation marathon, 1st with a marathon PR of 2:43:31
2021 Ka’u Coffee Trail 50k, 1st

Jaci Barrientes, age 40 (Team Duke Statue)
•2022 Bioastin Marathon Readiness Series- 3rd Place Female Open Division
•2023 46th Annual Pineapple Run 10K- 1st Place Female Open Division
•2023 Hibiscus Half Marathon- 3rd Place Female Open Division (1:35:48)
•2023 Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam Half Marathon- 1st Place Female Open Division (1:32:42)
•2024 Kings Runner 10K- 2nd Place (40-44)
•2022 Boston Marathon (3:20:58)
•2023 Chicago Marathon (3:12:53)

Personal Records (PRs)
•10K- 2024 Kings Runner 41:06
• Half Marathon- Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam 1:32:42
• Full Marathon- Eugene Marathon 3:12:43

Personal Info:
I am a military spouse and mom of 3 (Ages: 16,11, and 7). I am a certified Part-Time teacher at Hickam Elementary School. I’ve been in education for 12 years with a focus in Physical Education. I currently also coach a variety of youth sports here on island. I enjoy running because of the community and the friendships you develop along the way!

Jantzen Hing, age 25 (Team Duke Statue)
Born and raised in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island.
I developed love for running as a Kealakehe High school track and cross country athlete. Continued running to solidify my state of happiness and well being. Competing to go beyond my limits and reach my highest potential. Coaching at the school that got me started on this path as a way to create new memories and help the younger generation learn about the joy of running.
2023 Honolulu Marathon – 2:58:39
2023 Hapalua Half open – 1:20:50
2023 Kona Coffee Half – 1:21:18
2024 Kings Run 10k – 36:04
2024 Run for hops 5k – 16:48
Ironman World Championship finisher

Cosmo Brossy, age 27 (Team Diamond Head)

My name is Cosmo Brossy, I’m originally from Los Angeles, California but I’ve lived in Alewa Heights for the last four years with my Grandfather. I have two brothers, one of whom is my twin and also a runner. I work in the local arts community as a preparator and in arts management with Nā Mea Hawaiʻi and Arts & Letters Gallery. I also do a fair bit of woodworking and sculpture on the side.
I started really running in highschool and continued as a Division III cross country and track athlete for Amherst College. I focused on the 3k, 5k and had the most fun running the 1600m leg of the Distance Medley Relay at the NCAA Championships. I’ve run 14:33 for the 5k, 2:28 at Boston and was the top local finisher at the 2022 Honolulu Marathon. I’ve been lucky to travel around the continent to run Marathons with friends and have even hosted them here on Oʻahu for a few races. I’m extremely excited to see what I can do at the Hapalua Half with our team this year.

Arielle Zlotnick
2024 Great Aloha Run Champion

Connor Bootz, age 28 (Team Diamond Head)

I am honored to represent Team Hawaii in The Hapalua.
I currently live in Ewa Beach, and teach at Campbell High School. I am a former runner at Texas A&M University. 4:13 is my Mile PR and 2:40:12 is my Marathon PB.

Bonny Suski, age 28 (Team Diamond Head)
I am a US Coast Guard officer who moved to Hawaii this past summer, July 2023. I live here with my husband and our 2 dogs & 1 cat. I have been running since I was a young girl, and ran at the US Coast Guard Academy (DIII) for all four years I was there (2013-2017). I was on the All-Navy Cross Country team in 2019 and hope to do it again in the future. I love running in Hawaii because of the amazing running community and breathtaking trails and mountain terrain. I recently won 1st place female overall in the 2023 Kaiwi Coast Run and 2nd place female overall at the 2024 Great Aloha Run. My PRs are: 5k: 18:16, 10k: 39:40, Half-Marathon: 1:34:00 (I have not run a half in 5 years… excited to see what I can do at the Hapalua!)

Greg Costello, age 23, (Team Diamond Head)
I live in Kailua with my wife Laura. I was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. After running DIII at the US Coast Guard Academy, I was stationed here working on a 225′ Seagoing Buoy Tender. I coach track at Kalaheo High School and love being a part of the local running community.

Lifetime bests
5k-15:26
8k-26:35
10k- 33:21
Half Marathon: 1:16:50

Recent bests
Great Aloha Run – 44:01 / 6th place
Kailua 5k- 16:17 / 2nd place
Kings Runner 10k – 33:57 / 3rd place

Marissa Kunsch, age 29 (Team Diamond Head)
Originally from Virginia Beach, VA, Missy moved to Oahu in 2012 to study environmental science and run cross country at HPU. She was a graduate assistant coach at HPU from 2016-2018 and became an assistant coach after graduating with an MA in sustainability in 2018. She currently works full time at Hawaii Energy and is an assistant coach at Punahou School. One of the things she values most about running is the community it brings. In 2022 Missy won the King’s Runner 10k

Ryan Von Brock, age 25 (Team Diamond Head)
Ryan ran cross country and track at the USCG Academy before moving to Hawaii. He since completed his first triathlon at the 2023 Ironman 70.3 Hawaii (6:01) and first marathon at the 2023 Honolulu Marathon (3:09). His career bests also include: 10k (35:34), 8k (26:42) and 5k (16:01)

Teresa Allman, age 48 (Team Diamond Head)

Mom of 4
Marathon 2:50 (2019)
Half Marathon 1:23 (2015)
HURT100 x 2

Jared Breaux, age 34 (Team Diamond Head)

I began running in early 2019 because a friend said it’d be fun to run a marathon the following fall. Turns out it was so I ran another one two months after that, and I haven’t looked back since then. Originally from Houston, TX, I moved to Oahu from the South Carolina Lowcountry. On the weekdays I’m a marine biologist at the Oceanic Institute of HPU. On the weekends I’m an angler, hiker, snorkeler, and baker of bagels.

Recent PR’s
29:12, Lanikai 8K (2023)
36:31, Surfside Turkey Trot 10k (2022)
1:20:17, Hibiscus Half Marathon (2023)
2:48:55, Houston Marathon (2024)
10:26:12, Palo Duro Trail Run 50 Mile (2021)

Emily Reynolds, age 33 (Team Diamond Head)
Excited to represent Team Hawaii for the third year in a row! Former competitive swimmer turned triathlete, also hopping in various open water swim races, cycling, and running races across Hawaii. Works full time for NOAA Fisheries with an international fisheries focus and personal trainer on the side. Originally from Maryland but has lived on Oahu for over 5 years! Enjoys as much time outside/in the ocean as possible!

Noemaikealohaiku’ulei (Noe) Lum, age 27 (Team Diamond Head)
I was born and raised on Oahu and currently work here as a structural engineer. In addition to running, some activities that bring me joy include: hiking, reading, going fishing, eating yummy food, and coaching the lovely kids on the Punahou cross country and track teams. PRs: 10k – 41:05, HM – 1:31:20