The #2 Defensive Tackle In Arizona: Anitoni Tahi

Anitoni Tahi is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive Tackle at Basha High School. Tahi is ranked as the 921st best recruit in the nation and is ranked among one of the top Defensive Tackles in the nation as well. In addition, Tahi is listed as a top 20 recruit in the state of Arizona and is listed as the #2 Defensive Tackle in the state of Arizona. He is committed to play at Kansas State.

Who are some role models in your life?
I would say my role models in life are my parents and my coaches.

What artists do you listen to pregame to get you hyped up?
The artists I listen to before the game are Kodak Black and Spawnbreezie.

What are the strengths of your game?
I would say the strengths of my game are my get-off off the ball and my strength.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory is scoring my first touchdown in little league.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
The best player I’ve ever played with was Demond Williams during my freshman year. I really looked up to him.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Some advice I would give to aspiring D1 athletes is to always put God first, stay humble, and keep working.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to Fiji or New Zealand.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I was 5 years old when I fell in love with the game of football.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
One sports hero I would want to meet would be Kobe Bryant or Aaron Donald.

What is your favorite sports moment as a fan?
Watching the Iron Bowl.