Southern Utah University Athletics

At SUU, 2010: Appeared in two games as a reserve offensive lineman. Joined the team in January and participated in spring drills.

At Snow College: Earned first-team NCJAA All-American honors as well as first-team all-Western States Football League recognition in 2009 when he helped the Badgers to a 10-2 record and a Top of the Mountains Bowl win. Also earned first-team all-WSFL recognition in 2008 when he helped Snow to a perfect 11-0 regular season mark before the team fell in the national championship game. Team ranked in the NJCAA top-10 in total offense both his seasons.

Personal: Graduate of Kauai High School in Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii. Was a three-year letterman on the Red Raider football squad, helping the team to region and conference championships each year as well as a pair of appearances in the state championship game. Team went 41-3 during his high school career. Earned all-region, all-conference and all-state honors three times. Also lettered in basketball and track. Parents are Gaugau and Palagi Tavana. Plans to major in physical education.