Takai rallies to capture state title and helps Punahou 3-peat

A year ago, Alexa Takai saw her dream of winning the girls golf individual state title as a freshman crumble in the final round.

This time, the Punahou sophomore rallied from a four-stroke deficit, carding a 4-under par 68 on Wednesday to capture the title at the David Ishii/HHSAA Girls Golf State Championships at Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course.

She carded a 34 on the front nine and 34 on the back. She finished the tourney at 74-68, 2 under par…

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