Football

Archbishop Riordan’s Next Star Lineman: Salesi Manoa Lata

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Salesi Manoa Lata is a 2027 recruit who plays Offensive Tackle at Archbishop Riordan High School. Lata is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2027 and is ranked among one of the top Offensive Tackles in the class as well. In addition, Lata is listed among one of the top recruits in the state of California and is listed among one of the top Offensive Tackles in the state of California. He currently holds an offer from Utah.

Who are some role models in your life?

Some of my role models are my mom and my older brother. They’ve set a great example for me.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

I listen to YoungBoy, SZA and Rod Wave

What are the strengths of your game?

My biggest strengths are my quickness and technique.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

Lemani Fehoko or DJ Sanchez

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Stay humble and hungry. God will bless you, he has a plan for you.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would want to travel to Tokyo.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I fell in love with the game when I was 8 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I would’ve wanted to meet Kobe, I admire his mentality and work ethic.

Dean Berman

Dean
Dean Berman is a sports fanatic, writer and Founder of Whoa! Sports World, the source for next generation playmakers and champions. Dean is also Manager of the varsity football and basketball teams at Hopewell Valley Central HS in Pennington, NJ.