PRONUNCIATION
HIGH SCHOOL
• Graduated from Le Jardin Academy in Kailua, Hawaii, in 2026
• Four-year varsity sprinter for the Bulldogs
• Placed third in the state in the 100 backstroke and fifth the following year
• Member of the National Honor Society
• Has represented Fiji in swimming since age 9, competing in four international competitions
• Also played water polo, winning two Division II state titles
PERSONAL
• Born on December 17, 2007 to Timote and Kati Waqainabete
• Has three siblings, Zion, Ezra and Justus
• Brother, Zion, played rugby at USC
• Majoring in kinesiology with plans to become a physical therapist
• Enjoys lei making, diving and surfing
• Favorite Bible Verse: John 1:5
• Reason Why I Chose Biola: “Christ-centered community and welcoming swim team.”
