"Having been around cousins that have had kids that were boys, it kind of makes it a little easier that I have a boy myself with my wife. He has Samoan roots and a massive family tree that reportedly included more than 400 family members, though he's said that's an exaggeration. I alway root for Tua. The Miami Dolphins hired Mike McDaniel as their head coach on February 6, 2022. I want my brother to be safe, but at the same time I know that he has a love and a passion for football. 2023 Birmingham Christian Family Magazine. Because his father made him throw with his left hand when he was young. [66] In Week 16 against the Las Vegas Raiders, Tagovailoa threw for 94 yards and a touchdown before being benched in favor of Fitzpatrick again in the fourth quarter. Sound like hes trying to figure out how to maintain his professional career. As long as hes not doing trust falls with his offensive linemen. He was known to sleep with a football in his arm every single night as a small child. Tagovailoa was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the fifth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draftdespite suffering a hip injury in the Mississippi State game in November 2019 that ended his college football career. The most important thing is that now he has an even bigger platform for God.
Tua Tagovailoa - Age, Bio, Personal Life, Family & Stats - CelebsAges 21, 2022, 1:00 p.m. Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa speaks during a press conference on Wednesday . Many Samoans exhibit tautua, a selfless and fearless service for the good of the iga, family, and the village. At Message of Peace Church in Ewa Beach, where Tuas aunt and uncle serve as pastors, the Tagovailoa family raised their children on the values of Christ. When hes 45 hes going to be a mess. His father powerlifted and . I cant teach someone for free how not to hit there head in the nfl . Please check your entries and try again. [95] The next week against the Detroit Lions, Tagovailoa threw for 382 yards and three touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes in the 3127 win. Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. I dont know what Id do if I had a girl. Football says: All of that type of training assumes two things (1) you can see\feel it coming and (2) you have some control over your body at that moment. But he just couldn't stay healthy. Former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa spoke to the media on Wednesday, and he spoke at length about being a husband to Annah and, for the first time, being a father to his new baby son. Everyone that bailed on Tua will once again have to eat some crow next year. Powered by. His name is a record of this tradition, and it is a great honor that his grandfather, tasked with passing on ancestral legends and stories, asked that Tua be called this. In a recent interview, Diane and Galu Tagovailoa were asked if there are any doubts whether he returns to the league and.
Chris Grier: Health issues don't make us afraid of long-term deal with Report: Dolphins Considering All Options at QB, Even One Without Tua 'Living a dream': In family reunion like no other, Tua and Taulia He has two sisters, Taylor and Taysia, and a brother, Taulia, who plays at Alabama, as well. The thought is that it might train him to protect his head from intense contact and help to prevent additional concussions. I think we can all appreciate that. Taulia shares the challenges of missing his family back home, joining his new team at Thompson High School, and adapting to the higher caliber of football in, For Tua Tagovailoa, 'Ohana' takes on a much different meaning | College GameDay, Alabama Crimson Tide QB Tua Tagovailoas play is inspired by a single word, Ohana, which in his world, dictates a way of life. Galu confirmed the news on. Its the best thing in the world. Prior to the game, teams were 0711 when trailing by at least 21 points in the fourth quarter since 2011. At best itll be a short news paragraph stating ex NFL QB in the news cycle one day and gone forever.
Tua Tagovailoa to return to Dolphins in 2023 despite concussion, per family Tua was inserted into the 2018 title game in the second half, but this time the quarterback is the undisputed leader of the Crimson Tide. [33] In his third game of the season, a victory against South Carolina, Tagovailoa finished 28-of-36 with 444 passing yards and five touchdowns. Those are two pillars of Tagovailoa's life, part of the way he was raised and the culture he calls his own.
Miami Dolphins News 3/2/23: Should Dolphins exercise Tua Tagovailoa's It shouldnt change us, and it shouldnt change what people think of us, he said. My poise comes from my faith. As Thanksgiving has arrived, a familiar face wants us to know how thankful he is for his teammates, his family, his wife and, yes, his baby son. Plenty of other players had head injuries this year. On December 21, despite topping the overall fan votes (306,861) for the 2023 Pro Bowl, Tagovailoa was only named as an AFC Pro Bowl first alternate. [44], In January 2020, Tagovailoa announced that he would forgo his senior year and enter the 2020 NFL Draft. Tagovailoa is not the one particular person affiliated with sports activities in his family. Weve done everything we can to continue to carry on that legacy with our children., With that faith comes an understanding, Tagovailoa said, that God can equip you with the values to get through any circumstances whether positive or negative. Hes right. I know he has a family now. Factors such as the severity and time in between will absolutely produce different outcomes, but you knew that before commenting. Even during the rough times, Tagovailoa has leaned on his support system at home. A win win for everyone. Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) celebrates his first NFL play with Miami Dolphins running back Matt Breida (22), Miami Dolphins guard Solomon Kindley (66) and Miami Dolphins running back Lynn Bowden (15) against the New York Jets during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Doug Murray), Tua Tagovailoa speaks out about new baby son, wife, family and Thanksgiving blessings. At the same time, it didnt change us as a family. Tuas parents, Galu and Diane Tagovailoa, moved across the country to be with their son and are regulars at the Alabama football games. (@tuamaann_) on Dec 29, 2018 at 11:11pm PST. Tua Tagovailoathe quarterback who rewrote the record books at the University of Alabama, endeared himself to sports fans around the world, and was selected fifth overall in the 2020 NFL Draftis one of the greatest college players to ever play the game. Seu envisioned Tua becoming a varsity quarterback but did not live to see it; when Tua talks about this, his voice trails off.
For Taulia Tagovailoa, being 'Tua's brother' isn't a burden - The Theres a reason why theres weight classes in any combat fighting sport. This article was originally published on October 20, 2020, and has been updated since. (@tuamaann_) on Dec 10, 2018 at 2:51pm PST. Football says: [37], Tagovailoa left the Tide's seventh game against Tennessee early in the second quarter after suffering a high ankle sprain.
Where is Tua Tagovailoa from? Exploring his religion, family history During their 209 victory over the New York Giants in Week 13, he became the first Dolphins quarterback since Dan Marino in 1994 to throw at least 21 completions in the first half of a game. [64] Tagovailoa jammed his thumb in practice prior to a Week 12 game against the Jets and missed the game. you are supposed to tuck your chin into your chest to keep your head up and spray your arms out to support your contact with the ground. Another aspect of Samoan tradition is discipline. - Taulia Tagovailoa scored five touchdowns and got his first win as a collegiate starter on Friday. "Im thankful for my teammates, very thankful for the supporting staff that we have here guys that work in the equipment room, the janitors that are around here, the kitchen people, everyone that is a part of this organization Im very thankful for," he said. And good for Tua for being proactive and finding ways to protect himself. Galu Tagovailoa said that the injury and ensuing uncertainty was a challengebut that his family looked to Gods guidance through it, as in every other situation. So Tua comes from Seu. Praying through the series kept me calm, Tua Tagovailoa said after his national championship-winning performance. However, the NFL/Dolphins arent required to enable said pursuits. February 22, 2023 at 10:37 am I do have a lot of family members, but if you could ask anyone in here if they can name 400 people, I dont think anyone could even name 100 off the top of their head, Tua told Sports Illustrated. February 22, 2023 at 10:37 am After Tagovailoa won the starting quarterback battle against Jalen Hurts and ran out onto the field in the 'Tide's 2018 season opening football game against Louisville, the couple shared a proud moment. You might teach people prioritize not getting hit. MortimerInMiami says: ", "I was tough. During Week 2 against the Buffalo Bills, Tagovailoa suffered a rib injury early in the game, and was carted off the field on a motorized stretcher, not returning in that game. Like that, the Tua era was officially underway. "Everyone has their opinion," Taulia Tagovailoa said. 1 dual-threat quarterback recruit in the class of 2017; it then followed closely his journey to select a college destination. The New York Post shared a photo of. Its a simple fact. He transferred there in 2020 after spending a year as Tagovailoa's backup at Alabama in 2019. [55] As his college jersey number of 13 was retired by the Dolphins in honor of Dan Marino, Tagovailoa chose to wear number 1. Oh, man. Tagovailoa is the eldest Diane and Galu Tagovailoa's four children. Maybe more teams should be steering their players toward Judo, in order to teach them how to fall in a way that protects them against suffering head injuries. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WVTM-TV. The Dolphins have a contender and they should be looking at one of the free agents available. 1 Alabama routs Louisville 5114", "No. The Miami Dolphins have until May 2 to exercise the fifth year option of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Might not even mitigate it. [73][74] In Week 17 against the Tennessee Titans, Tagovailoa and the Dolphins were blown out 343 by the Tennessee Titans. The following week, Tagovailoa missed the Dolphins' Week 9 game against the Houston Texans, as the Dolphins won 179. His mother, Diane Tagovailoa, was also raised in Hawaii, though her parents were from the territory of American Samoa, 2,566 miles south of the Hawaiian islands. I see you are unfamiliar with Judo. Interesting on how tua has to make all these changes to protect himself, but nothing about investing in the oline with coaching and talent. It also means knowing that you can glorify God through everything., That leaning on faith and family was on display throughout Tuas years at the University of Alabama, and continued just this April when he was drafted by the Miami Dolphins. McDaniel expressed unbridled support for Tagovailoa as his starting quarterback. Well 3 unless you really believe it was a back injury. I doubt you can really teach people to protect their head while falling with a 300 pound person hanging on them. Tagovailoa briefly considered quitting the sport after Seu's death in 2014 until he and his father agreed that he could best honor him by continuing to play. Pastors Tuli and Sai Amosa who also happen to be Tua's paternal aunt and uncle lead the congregation in song and spread the word of being a 'Champion for Life'. The couple settled in Ewa Beach, a small city on the island of Oahu and raised their children amongst a large extended biological and church family. Chuckled at the first comment on chopping the opponent, judo isnt that tho but does teach how to fall properly, its the first thing that is taught before anything else. And let's be honest, he deserves it. Advertisement "I'm thankful for a lot of things, very thankful for a lot of things. [43][44] He was carted off the field and flown to a Birmingham hospital before undergoing surgery in Houston two days later. Thats why it will be interesting to see whether the Dolphins extend Tuas contract or pick up his fifth-year option. I was so surprised to see him at our youth Bible gathering, but thats just who he is, Tuli explained to AL.com. Tua, as it turns out, explained on Up & Adamsthat hell devote one day per week to Judo training in an effort to learn how to fall in a way that doesnt result in his head striking the turf. "Because I'm the only lefty in the family," Galu Tagovailoa said in the ESPN College GameDay segment. General . "If I don't perform well, perform the way I'm supposed to, I'm gonna get it after," Tua said, "Just know the belt was involved and other things were involved, as well. Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa: Modest performance in close loss. Tagovailoa has also been known to partake in that tradition as well. [108] As of 2022[update], he is the only starting left-handed quarterback in the NFL. 1 Alabama to 4728 Win over Texas A&M", "Tua Tagovailoa injured in Tennessee game, ruled out for 2nd half", "Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa Underwent Ankle Surgery; Out vs. Arkansas with Injury", "Alabama Football: Studs and Duds from Alabama win over Arkansas", "Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa starts against LSU after ankle surgery", "Joe Burrow leads No. Tua is one of Galu and Diane Tagovailoa's four children. He either didnt know how or didnt take the opportunity to protect himself in those situations.
The Tua and Taulia Tagovailoa tour - Four days, three states, two wins TUA | Homecoming Part 5: The Tagovailoas explain why moving to Alabama was best for their family, As the Tagovailoa family's visit home to Oahu comes to an end, Diane and Galu discuss what factors went into their decision to leave Hawaii for the mainland. I hope yall enjoyed the game. You just cant. So, you know, thank God for that, and Id just like to thank my teammates and coach Saban for giving me the opportunity., Diane & Galu Tagovailoa, Tuas Parents: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. If his helmet had the same design, it might help too. Tua was known for his interest in football ever since he was a little kid. Or maybe his football coaches can teach him to throw the ball out of bounds. The attention thrust on the family grew with every new success achieved by Tuabut then took a different turn, when a devastating injury took Tagovailoa out of the 2019 matchup against Mississippi State. Although traveling to the West Coast is a disadvantage for some, it's particularly convenient for the family of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Its called tumbling. After taking a sack during the second quarter, Tagovailoa hit the ground with his left elbow, back and back of his helmet. With Tuas brother, Taulia Tagovailoa, heading to Alabama next season, Galu and Diane will be driving to Tuscaloosa for a few more years. That's what the move is about.". Tua should study cats, cause they always land on their feet. Tua is one of Galu and Diane Tagovailoa's four children. Though Tagovailoa was raised in Hawaii, he is not of Hawaiian descent he is Samoan. He spent his rookie season alternating as a backup and starter before becoming the team's primary starter in 2021. Example you get grabbed and you add your momentum to the throw to help you break out and roll away. I am also very thankful for our coaches and our coaching staff," Tagovailoa said. At halftime of the 2018 national championship, Saban decided to put Tua into the game after Alabama was trailing. He finished his Saint Louis career passing for 8,158 yards and 84 touchdowns, rushing for 1,727 rushing yards and 27 touchdowns. Im thankful for a lot of things, very thankful for a lot of things. According to AL.com, Tua attended mass with Nick Saban on his Alabama recruiting visit. Tua now being referred too as Grasshopper in the 305!
Tua Tagovailoa: Alabama QB playing for Samoan way of life - Sports When Tua threw that ball, it changed everything, Galu explained to Bleacher Report. touchback6 says: He left his name all over the program record books, tallying more than 7,400 passing yards, 87 touchdown passes and just 11 interceptions over three seasons. Cheryl Wray is a freelance writer who covers sports for the Alabama Media Group. [46][47] He graduated with a bachelor's degree in communication studies in August 2020. He was so named after a sports-fanatic uncle who once reportedly tipped the scales at 500 pounds. So have I. Jets", "Tua Tagovailoa set to give the NFL something it hasn't seen at quarterback in nearly five years", "Dolphins vs. Rams score: Tua Tagovailoa wins first NFL start with help of Miami defense, special teams", "Tua Tagovailoa's benching a lesson for young QB -- and the Dolphins", "Tua Tagovailoa out for Dolphins vs. Apply the same stanards to everyone, otherwise keep your opinion to yourself. Is hard reset only way to salvage Jets QB dilemma? He is known for being a Football Player. But there's a . Ive heard my parents say many times that it takes a village to raise a child. I thank my Heavenly Father up above that I got a boy first. [17] On January 8, 2018, he replaced Hurts in the second half of the 2018 College Football Playoff National Championship due to ineffective play by Hurts. 2 LSU past No. [22] During Alabama head coach Nick Saban's weekly Monday press conference following the victory, he announced Tagovailoa as the starter for The Crimson Tide's home opener against Arkansas State on September 8. [5], As a child, his main inspiration was his grandfather Seu Tagovailoa. Bryce Young is 511 (at best) and <200 lbs. I cant describe what Hes done for me and my family. Tua Tagovailoa had his pick of offers to play collegiate football, but said ultimately that Southern hospitality and Nick Sabans character were integral to his decision. He started laughing and singing. When Tua Tagovailoa's name is called during the 2020 NFL Draft, two things will happen, whether we see his reaction televised or not: He will thanks his parents, and he will praise Jesus Christ. They also joined the Church of the Highlands, which Tua had discovered early in his move to Tuscaloosa and excitedly told his parents about. Hey all you guys pointing to other players that have had multiple concussions suggesting if its ok for them to have that happen its ok for Tua, how about its not ok for any of them? being as florio says great for half the seaon is not gonna make it for tus, pick up the 5th yr option as a tryout for him long term, but no way give him an extension. [76], During the offseason previous to the 2022 season, Miami Dolphins fired head coach Brian Flores, arguing internal communication issues. Its not just me out there. [85] After the game, the NFLPA suspected that the Dolphins might have violated concussion protocols by letting Tagovailoa back in the game and subsequently announced that they would launch an investigation. Being close to their son was the only decision they felt comfortable making. Im very thankful for my wife. What are you going to do about it now? Tagovailoa said that experience reminded him that he can learn from his children. He can go 15-for-15 with four touchdowns, but when he throws a pick, it's the worst game," Galu said with a smile. Tua and UCFs McKenzie Milton have followed in Mariotas footsteps. Didnt Tee Higgins and Kenny Pickett have the same number of concussions this season. He has three younger siblings. In an ancient Samoan tradition, the paternal grandfather names the firstborn child. Parents Galu and Diane Tagovailoa watched their sons ascension to the top of the sports world from the stands, proud of not just his success but also of the way he gave glory to God and credit to his family. He is a young American NFL football . There is NOTHING that can train you to react in time to a blind side hit at speed by a 250+ lb human missile intent on burying you in the turf. You must be logged in to leave a comment.
Tua Tagovailoa - Wikipedia We live in Christ, and are just so grateful for the platform so we can allow others to see what God has done for us..
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'Living a dream': In family reunion like no other, Tua and Taulia But then you take a step back as parents and allow God to calm everything down and tell you, Thats life. ", "Tua Tagovailoa 'in the mix' for No. Tua Tagovailoa's now-legendary introduction to the college football world came with everything on the line. Hes his own worst enemy. [92] Tagovailoa returned to practice on October 12, but remained in concussion protocol. Its a physical sport.. Culture is different everywhere. It's almost amazing he didn't win a Heisman Trophy during his NCAA career considering all that he achieved. Clearly shaping up to be a great quarterback like his brother, Taulia holds the Maryland single-season school record for completions and passing yards and a share of the touchdown record. In the 4110 victory, he finished 6-of-9 for 64 yards and his first career passing touchdown, which was a 16-yard pass to wide receiver Henry Ruggs III. Family and faith are everything, Galu (pronounced Na-loo) Tagovailoa said. [30] He also set a new NCAA FBS passer rating record of 199.4 for the season, surpassing the record 198.9 set by Baker Mayfield in 2017. [3] In 2016, Tagovailoa played in the All-American Bowl,[8] and in his regular season threw for 2,669 passing yards with 27 passing touchdowns and seven interceptions. Tua is free to pursue what he wants. adding a little muscle cant hurt and maybe he can stop under throwing the deep ball, i cant imagine how aggrivated tyreek was all season getting open but being under thrown?? He can go 15-for-15 with four touchdowns, but when he throws a pick, its the worst game. Tua alluded to being disciplined by his father. He recalled waiting for Tua to wake up from the surgery to repair his hip injury, wondering what his sons attitude and countenance would be. Tuatagovailoa Net Worth Tua Tagovailoa Family And Childhood Tagovailoa is the eldest of Diane and Galu Tagovailoa's four children. There has been an influx of Hawaiian quarterbacks in both college football and the NFL. Learning how to fall is a dumb excuse. Hes gotta do something! You just cant.
Tua Tagovailoa speaks out about new baby son, wife, family and This . His parents picked up everything and moved across the country to Tuscaloosa to watch their sons live out their football dreams in the SEC. That's part of the reason Tagovailoa became such a likable superstar at Alabama, the likes of which the school hadn't seen before. Win first is a dangerous coaching style. Whats next, taking lessons on how to throw the shot put once a week to learn how not to under throw every deep ball? Weddings, funerals, its not lost. Its what I want to pass on to our kids.. Everyone that bailed on Tua will once again have to eat some crow next year. "To even begin . I wonder if a different helmet could help? [25] In a limited role against Louisiana, he was 8-of-8 passing for 128 passing yards and two passing touchdowns in the 5614 victory. [93], On October 15, Tagovailoa cleared concussion protocol, but remained inactive for the Dolphins Week 6 game against the Minnesota Vikings. [104] On January 11, Head coach Mike McDaniel said that Tagovailoa had not been cleared to return to practice since he entered concussion protocol a second time, and was ruled out for his third consecutive game.[105]. Youve got enough money.. why risk permanent injury? [91] Tagovailoa's suspected concussion resulted in the NFL and NFLPA revising its concussion protocol policy. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. There are different grades of concussions.