CLICK ON IMAGE TO THE RIGHT FOR ENHANCED VERSION Eugene, OR – The Eugene Emeralds, Class-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, announced today that suspended University of Oregon quarterback Jeremiah Masoli will be keeping his arm fresh by pitching for the Ems this upcoming season. Masoli recently plead guilty March 12 to a misdemeanor burglary charge involving a theft at a campus fraternity house in January. He was then suspended for the entire 2010 football season. Masoli, while in suspension, will still need to keep his throwing arm active for his reunion with the Ducks in 2011-...
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CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO THE RIGHT FOR ENHANCED VERSION The AIGA FOUNDATION, as many know to be a very supportive and foundational organization to polynesian atheltes, have recently participated in Scout.com’s 7 on 7 tournament. They are taking part in the event in San Diego and have just competed in the Las Vegas leg of the training competition. Make sure to go the official website, the facebook site, and the twitter for news & updates as things transpire in the events.  Also, be sure to point your young ones to these sites to encourage them to follow their fellow polynesians as...
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CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO THE RIGHT FOR ENHANCED VERSION HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Alabama Vipers have been assigned four more players by Arena Football One. Former NFL defensive lineman Steve Fifita, offensive lineman Ray Norrell and defensive back Quentin Burrell add to a Vipers’ roster already full of depth and experience. Alabama also obtained wide receiver Terry Moss, who was traded from Spokane for future considerations. “These are four quality players with exceptional football backgrounds,’’ Alabama coach Dean Cokinos said. Fifita (6-1, 312) played in 13 games for the Miami...
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The current incarnation of the Arena Football League is an arena football league founded in 2009 to replace the original Arena Football League, which collapsed following that league’s 2008 season. The league, originally launched as Arena Football 1, was formed with 16 teams: existing teams from the original AFL and arenafootball2, an existing team from the American Indoor Football Association, and several new teams or markets. Though the current league was founded separately from the original Arena Football League, the current AFL bought all the properties of its predecessor in a...
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Member of the 2010 Super Bowl Champions: New Orleans Saints NFL CAREER – Mailei (pronounced MY-lay) comes to New Orleans after spending the first three months of his rookie season on the Philadelphia Eagles’ practice squad. He ran the ball once for three yards and caught two passes for seven yards and a touchdown in the preseason after signing with the Eagles as an undrafted free agent. CAREER TRANSACTIONS – Signed by Saints from Philadelphia Eagles practice squad, 12/9/09; Signed to Philadelphia practice squad, 9/7/09; Waived by Philadelphia, 9/5/09; Signed with Philadelphia as...
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After months of rumored departures and various playing scenarios, Big Brandon Manumaleuna is signing a 5-year deal to play with his former mentor and coach Mike Martz. Check it out via USA Today: The Chicago Tribune says TE Brandon Manumaleuna has agreed to a five-year deal that he will sign today. A blocking tight end with past ties to new offensive coordinator Mike Martz in St. Louis, Manumaleuna could be the vanguard of a rich free-agent haul in the Windy City. “I played for Mike Martz and Lovie Smith was the defensive coordinator. It was a great situation,” Manumaleuna...
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Justin Su’a of Su’a Sport Psychology had the opportunity to be a part of a panel discussion with current and past NFL players at the University of Utah.  The event was a major success as the athletes shared their insight, passion, and knowledge with the audience.  Following the event, Justin was able to catch up with the guys and get their take on several issues regarding playing in the NFL and their personal lives. Take a peak at this link to watch the Video Interviews: http://suasportpsychology.com/justins-blog/video-blog Keep up the great...
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The family of the late Mosi Tatupu and USA Football have teamed up to create the Mosi Tatupu Memorial Fund in honor of the former Patriots running back and special teamer who died Tuesday. The fund will aid USA Football’s continuing efforts to strengthen American Samoa’s youth football program, which played its first season in 2009. Donations will be used for everything from buying new equipment to educating the league’s volunteer coaches. Tatupu became the first native-born American Samoan selected to an NFL Pro Bowl in 1986. In January, his son, Seahawks linebacker Lofa ...
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MARTIN TAUAMANU TEVASEU Samoan Martin Tevaseu is a Defensive Lineman at the University of Las Vegas. TONY MOEAKI Tony Moeaki, a Tongan native is also a big draft prospect this year. Moeaki is the University of Iowa Hawkeyes’ starting Tight End, and is noted for his tremendous and outstanding performance on the field. Read more on Martin & Tony at: Samoa...
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Mosi Tatupu, one of the greatest athletes in the history of Hawaii, died Tuesday at age 54 on the mainland. Tatupu, who was born in Pago Pago, American Samoa, starred in football at Punahou, USC and with the New England Patriots. He was a hard-nosed runner, blocker and special teams player. The cause of death was unknown Tuesday. Tatupu suffered from high-blood pressure and other ailments. “He had some health issues,” said Barry Markowitz, a family friend who was told of the death by Tatupu’s ex-wife, Linnea. Tatupu was one of the best football players ever in the islands. His...
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