Seniors might boast the best talent ever

By Jerry Campany

~~<p>The Star-Advertiser's state player of the year nearly didn't suit up this season.</p>
<p>Taylor Kipilii, an 'Iolani defender who helped the Raiders to their first state title since 1999, felt that she desperately needed a soccer scholarship. She figured that the best way to earn one was to skip her senior season and attend camps on the mainland, where more recruiters could see her. A couple of days before 'Iolani began practicing she received her appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, but Kipilii still intended on sticking to her decision. Then tryouts began, and she blinked.</p>
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The Star-Advertiser's state player of the year nearly didn't suit up this season.

Taylor Kipilii, an 'Iolani defender who helped the Raiders to their first state title since 1999, felt that she desperately needed a soccer scholarship. She figured that the best way to earn one was to skip her senior season and attend camps on the mainland, where more recruiters could see her. A couple of days before 'Iolani began practicing she received her appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, but Kipilii still intended on sticking to her decision. Then tryouts began, and she blinked. Login for more...