McDaniel . Having played football and been tackled and doing the tackling it may help in the right situations but it isnt going to solve the problem. ________________. I feel for his family. I had a similar thought about ALL NFL quarterbacks; every team should employ a bump coach to train football players to bump like professional wrestlers, tucking their chins, minimizing impact through body control, etc, gibson45 says: Learn more about Tuas parents and family. [94] Tagovailoa returned in Week 7 against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football, where he threw for 261 yards and a touchdown in the 1610 win. The New York Post shared a photo of. Win first is a dangerous coaching style. Agree or disagree with his parents' tactics, Tua Tagovailoa went on to become a successful college quarterback, NFL top pick and a stand-up person. In. Im very thankful for my wife. Mitch Morse has had six. Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa: Modest performance in close loss. Its not just me out there. RETIRE. Theres just a big lack of knowledge with our culture compared to other peoples culture," Tagovailoa said. [99] On December 28, head coach Mike McDaniel confirmed Tagovailoa suffered a concussion and was ruled out for the Dolphins Week 17 game against the New England Patriots, and then also ruled out for the season finale against the New York Jets. Register now! But his parents seem to have made his intentions for 2023 pretty clear. Tua Tagovailoa was upset that the information had been revealed after she secretly wed. Hes right. [103], On January 9, the Dolphins clinched the AFC's final playoff berth, and their first since 2016. Hes his own worst enemy. Retire already while you still can have a decent life physically. Weve got a plan set up, Tua said. Tua is one of Galu and Diane Tagovailoa's four children. What are you going to do about it now? Tagovailoa said that experience reminded him that he can learn from his children. [96] Tagovailoa would end up not participating in the Pro Bowl. "We are a family and want to keep it as a family. I thank my Heavenly Father up above that I got a boy first. The most important thing is that now he has an even bigger platform for God. Judo can definitely teach you how to fall safely. Diane was born in Hawaii and Galu Tagovailoa was born in American Samoaan unincorporated U.S. territory located approximately 2500 miles south of the Hawaiian islandsand moved to the state when he was five. He is as big as most starting QBs and bigger than some. Tua Tagovailoa is in town for the Super Bowl this week making the media rounds before Sunday's big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers at Hard Rock Stadium. Tua also said that his dad was the final decision maker during his recruitment process. Oh, man. 32 overall player by 247Sports in the class of 2017 enrolled early at Alabama. Another aspect of Samoan tradition is discipline. You can tell where his thoughts are at, and he is like 10 years ahead of his age right now, which is an awesome thing.. That particular helmet is designed for aerodynamics only it has nothing to do with impact. Tua Tagovailoa: Bio,Wiki And Family Details Of The American Football Quarterback. Family stands in to help Tua Tagovailoa learn Dolphins' new playbook. 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. Why? [15] In the annual rivalry game against Tennessee, he finished with 134 passing yards, one passing touchdown, one interception, and one rushing touchdown in the 457 victory. 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. Here's what we know about Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's stunning wife, Annah Gore, including how they met and what she looks like. "For us to be around my son Tua that's the main reason for the move," Galu told AL.com. It is not going to help you enough to count on in the street, guys that walk around thinking it means they are a weapon now are the ones that get themselves beat up. That was the entire narrative, in fact. In an ancient Samoan tradition, the paternal grandfather names the firstborn child. 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. Celebrate Tuanigamanuolepola Tagovailoa. Thank you to the state of Hawaii for the support over the years, the Tagovailoa family told KHON. Tua is going to have lifetime long injuries to his brain that wont begin showing until hes out of the league and no one cares. [3] During Pop Warner games when he was eight years old, when his peers could typically throw a football little more than 10 yards, he routinely threw passes of more than 30 yards. ________________. I dont know what Id do if I had a girl. He either didnt know how or didnt take the opportunity to protect himself in those situations. In Samoa, church is everything. Just because its something you dont understand, doesnt mean its comical. (@tuamaann_) on Dec 29, 2018 at 11:11pm PST. [27] Following the regular season, he finished second in the Heisman Trophy voting to Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray, but he won the Walter Camp Award and Maxwell Award for 2018, both awarded to the top player in college football. Its part of our Samoa culture. [51][52][53] Despite injury concerns, however, Tagovailoa was selected fifth overall by the Miami Dolphins. He never had 3 in a single season. While Tuas family members will be in attendance for the game, the reports of 400 people appear to have been exaggerated. Yes, the Austin Powers judo chop is all that is missing. 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. He likely will never come close to his brother's accomplishments. But he just couldn't stay healthy. The Tauluga is frequently performed as the grand finale of event, often by the guest of honor (Tagovailoa performed the dance at a homecoming celebration that summer, donating proceeds to his home church and youth football league). [5][6], When Tagovailoa began varsity football in high school, he threw for 33 passing touchdowns during his first season with three interceptions and 2,583 passing yards. The Tua-haters had to say the were wrong in the beggining of the year and it really stung. 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. I have a black belt in Judo. 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. Its football. Youve got enough money.. why risk permanent injury? You cant prevent dirty players like Matt Milano from taking cheap shots so it might be futile. If he had had this training, he could have avoided that completely. According to Galu Tagovailoa, the father of highly-rated Alabama freshman QB Tua Tagovailoa, the whole family will be coming to Alabama in the near future. definitely need to improve the O line, but maybe he should try to bulk up a litte, maybe put more time in the weight room. 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. Tua Tagovailoa was born in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. Tua (Tuanigamanuolepola "Tua" Tagovailoa) is also named for father Galu's brother, who shares his name of Tuanigamanuolepola. Tua is free to pursue what he wants. Tagovailoa and the 7-3 Miami Dolphins face the Houston Texans on Sunday, Nov. 27. Were not running around thinking were special.. [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. Maybe the franchise should turn to improving the offensive line? All I can think of is Austin Powers yelling Judo Chop! as he storms Dr. Evils lair. [37], Tagovailoa left the Tide's seventh game against Tennessee early in the second quarter after suffering a high ankle sprain. [86][87] After being a game-time decision for Week 4 on Thursday Night Football, Tagovailoa was cleared to start against the Cincinnati Bengals. If you get blindsided or quickly thrown to the ground learning how to fall is useless. This . A post shared by TAGOVAILOA ?? Tagovailoa graduated early from Saint Louis School and moved with his family to Alabaster, Alabama, after his commitment to Alabama. 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 least 405 family members of the first-year . Might not even mitigate it. [108] As of 2022[update], he is the only starting left-handed quarterback in the NFL. . That's what the move is about.". Im very thankful for our child that we have together. 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. Tua also has 3 siblings: Taulia, Taysia, and Taylor Tagovailoa. Too many players whove had a lot of concussions are non functioning people due to the physical hits to their body and heads. February 22, 2023 at 6:40 pm I suppose he can wrap his white belt around his helmet to cushion blows when hes tackled. People were so down on the guy that as soon as he was injured, he had to retire. (I) believe lots of kids in our culture thrive because of respect they give their parents and others in authority.. Tua can change that. Former Alabama star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has officially found himself a home in Miami, Florida, and it's AMAZING. He put on a show for his parents in his first ever start, too. Just trying to help myself.. Frankly, we missed it in the days preceding the Super Bowl. [98] The next day, it was announced that Tagovailoa had entered concussion protocol after he was experiencing concussion symptoms he suffered in the game. Instead, it made for a disturbing. McDaniel expressed unbridled support for Tagovailoa as his starting quarterback. Tua Tagovailoa, the oldest of Gala and Diane Tagovailoa,'s four children, loved playing football from an early age in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. When Tua enrolled at the University of Alabama, Taulia played football at nearby Thompson High School. Advertisement "I'm thankful for a lot of things, very thankful for a lot of things. [45] Tagovailoa finished his collegiate career as holder of numerous Alabama football records, as well as notable NCAA career records, including: passing yards per attempt (10.9), adjusted passing yards per attempt (12.7), passing efficiency rating (199.4), and total yards per play (9.8). There, he helped lead the Crusaders to the 2016 state title while becoming one of the best high school prospects in Aloha State history. But for Tua in particular, its not. [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. You just cant. Really hoping for a career ender for Milano. It didnt help Inspector Clouseau that much. Tua Tagovailoa is from Ewa Beach, Hawaii, where he was a standout quarterback at Saint Louis School. As long as hes not doing trust falls with his offensive linemen. [93], On October 15, Tagovailoa cleared concussion protocol, but remained inactive for the Dolphins Week 6 game against the Minnesota Vikings. Didnt Tee Higgins and Kenny Pickett have the same number of concussions this season. 5184 Caldwell Mill Road Suite 204-196Hoover, AL35244. Galu Tagovailoa garnered some strong criticism back in 2018 when his son revealed some of his parenting tactics growing up. In the Tagovailoa family it was Tua's paternal grandfather, Seu"Papa" to his grandchildrenwho predicted Tua would grow into a football star. Its like nothing that Ive experienced. Its handy in Judo matches though. Itd be a little harder, I think, because I wouldnt know what to do necessarily. [19][20] Tagovailoa was named the Offensive MVP of the game. [63] In Week 11 against the Denver Broncos, Tagovailoa threw for 83 yards and a touchdown before being replaced by Ryan Fitzpatrick early in the fourth quarter with the Broncos leading 2010. So Tua comes from Seu. 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?? I want my brother to be safe, but at the same time I know that he has a love and a passion for football. Im very thankful for my wife. In February 2021, Tagovailoa announced the establishment of the Tua Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to the support of youth initiatives, health and wellness, and other charitable causes. After his junior season was cut short by a hip injury, Tagovailoa was selected fifth overall by the Dolphins in the 2020 NFL Draft. Its important that he does. "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. One magical year later, the Alabama QB has an entire way of life on his shoulders. Tua alluded to being disciplined by his father. [78], Tagovailoa began the season throwing for 270 yards and a touchdown in a 207 win over the New England Patriots, improving to 40 against Bill Belichick and the Patriots. Were strongly taught back home that family is so important and how we stick together is everything.. When you get where youre going, dont forget to turn back around and help the next in line.. Many Samoans exhibit tautua, a selfless and fearless service for the good of the iga, family, and the village. JETS", "Dolphins earn first postseason berth since 2016", "Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa's brother set to enroll at Thompson High", "How Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa became left-handed", "Taulia Tagovailoa, Younger Brother of Tua, Commits to Alabama", "Faith and family drive Notre Dame DL Myron Tagovailoa-Amosa", "Tua Tagovailoa Announces the Establishment of the Tua Foundation", "Tua gives $300,000 to high school for scholarships", "Tua Foundation donates $93K to Tallapoosa County Girls Ranch after tragic crash, covering funeral expenses", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tua_Tagovailoa&oldid=1141595966, Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 25 February 2023, at 21:21. Tua Tagovailoa's family has been with him long before he was the star Alabama quarterback. Where is Tua Tagovailoa from? Tua and Taulia have two younger sisters, Taylor and Taysia. Tua also toured the Church of the Highlands during his Tuscaloosa visit, and is now a member of the church. Im going to side with the hes an idiot crowd. I think its mostly innate. It would work if the dudes tackling you were the same size as Tua. Not a member? [106][109] Two of Tagovailoa's cousins also play football: Myron Tagovailoa-Amosa plays on the defensive line on the Las Vegas Raiders while Adam Amosa-Tagovailoa played on the offensive line at Navy.[110]. Taulia joined Tua at Alabama for the 2019 season. When Alabama head coach Nick Saban called, Tua's father was set on Tuscaloosa and so Tua respected Galu's opinion enough to listen to him. Much like Galu explained about Tuas accomplishments, Tuas name is about his community. He finished 26-of-31 with 336 passing yards and four touchdowns before sitting out the fourth quarter. Tagovailoa has put the work into becoming one of the top draft prospects of this class, but he will also tell you his upbringing and faith were major contributors as well. [3] They will have to find another starter at qb just to fill the gaps in Tuas downtime. 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. Visit www.southernchristianwriters.com and join the Southern Christian Writers Conference Facebook Group. Powered by. "I felt like 'okay, I'm going to make my son a lefty.". Tagovailoa's family has said it. The foundation focuses its efforts in communities that have had the most prominent impact on Tua including Hawaii, Alabama, and Miami. Its what I want to pass on to our kids.. Its called tumbling. Tua Tagovailoa celebrates the 2018 national championship with his parents, Diane and Galu Tagovailoa. He was highly respected in the local Samoan community and was regularly addressed as "Chief Tagovailoa". 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. Taulia Tagovailoa scored five touchdowns and got his first win as a collegiate starter on Friday. Its actually a sport. Is everything okay? He was worried about his mother, he said. He was so named after a sports-fanatic uncle who once reportedly tipped the scales at 500 pounds. He brings recognition and honor to a sacred space. Tagovailoa has missed time with injuries in college and during his first three seasons in the NFL, including the concussion issues that ended his 2022 season, but General Manager Chris Grier said . The former Crimson Tide running back admits he's right-hand dominant for everything else besides chucking footballs. Its the best thing in the world. [97], Against the Green Bay Packers on Christmas Day, Tagovailoa threw for 310 yards, and a touchdown, but threw three interceptions in the fourth quarter, including the game-losing one to Rasul Douglas in the 2620 loss.