Where is Matayo Uiagalelei from?

Last Modified Dec 26, 2024 10:30 GMT
Where is Matayo Uiagalelei from?
Matayo Uiagalelei. Source: Instagram/@young_concrete

Matayo Uiagalelei is a collegiate football for the Oregon Ducks football team, representing the University of Oregon in the Big Ten Conference. Matayo attended St. John Bosco High School, where he gained national recognition as one of the top recruits in the 2023 class. Rated as a five-star prospect by 247Sports and Rivals, and a four-star recruit by ESPN, he was consistently ranked among the top 20 players nationwide. During his high school career, he contributed to St. John Bosco's success, helping the team win multiple national championships.

As a freshman at Oregon in 2023, Matayo Uiagalelei featured in 13 of the team’s 14 games. His first season saw him record 18 total tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss, and 2.0 sacks. His standout performance came against Washington State, where he earned Pac-12 Freshman of the Week honors for his 2.0 TFLs and a sack. Matayo also made headlines in a game against Oregon State when he sacked his older brother, DJ Uiagalelei, who played as the opposing quarterback. In 2024, Matayo Uiagalelei played in 13 games for the Oregon Ducks. He made 23 solo tackles, 14 assists, and a total of 37 tackles, as of December 2024. He also recorded an impressive 10.5 sacks for the season. However, throughout his career with the Oregon Ducks from 2023 to 2024, Matayo Uiagalelei has played in 26 games overall. He has recorded 32 solo tackles, and 23 assists, making a total of 55 tackles, and has achieved 12.5 sacks, as per ESPN.

Matayo Uiagalelei's hometown & birthplace

According to Oregon Ducks' official website, Matayo Uiagalelei was born and brought up in Bellflower, California, United States. His parents are Dave Uiagalelei and Tausha Raquel. Dave Uiagalelei is known for his involvement in the college football recruiting process and has two sons, DJ and Matayo. Matayo Uiagalelei's older brother is DJ Uiagalelei, who plays as a quarterback for Florida State in 2024, for Oregon State Beavers in 2023, and for Clemson Tigers from 2020 to 2022. DJ has also studied at St. John Bosco High School in Bellflower, California.

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Matayo Uiagalelei's nationality

Matayo Uiagalelei is American by nationality. He was born in Bellflower, California, and is of Samoan descent.

FAQ's On Matayo Uiagalelei

A. Matayo Uiagalelei wears jersey number 10 for the Oregon Ducks football team.

A. Matayo Uiagalelei plays as an outside linebacker.

A. Matayo Uiagalelei attended St. John Bosco High School.

A. Matayo Uiagalelei plays for the Oregon Ducks football team, as of December 2024.

A. Matayo Uiagalelei's parents are Dave and Tausha Uiagalelei. 

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