Oaks Christian’s Star Sophomore Tackle: Alifeleti Tuihalamaka

Alifeleti Tuihalamaka is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive Tackle at Oaks Christian High School. Tuihalamaka is ranked as the 273rd best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 30 Defensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Tuihalamaka is listed as a top 35 recruit in the state of California and is listed as a top 10 Defensive Tackle in the state of California. He holds offers from schools such as Notre Dame, Texas and USC.

Who are some role models in your life?
My biggest role models are my parents and Jesus.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I listen to Rod Wave or Kalan.frfr to stay calm before the storm.

What are the strengths of your game?
My strengths are my finesse, power, and ability to rush the passer.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite moment was getting my first sack.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or against in your career?
The best player I’ve played with is probably Hayden Lowe.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
The only thing stopping you is you.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would travel to Tonga.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I was around 9 or 10 when I first got interested in football.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
Tavon Austin or Troy Polamalu.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
When I was younger, watching Penn State’s stadium blast “Mo Bamba”.