It’s rare for any 9th grade athlete to be playing Varsity sports, much less starting in two. Crescent Valley’s Talanoa Hufanga (6-0 170 QB/DB 18′) can be considered the exception to the rule as he was the Raiders starting QB, and now a featured member of the basketball team.
Hufanga looks to be one of the top overall athletes in the West for the 2018 class. His brother T.J. is a D1 LB and a current member of the Oregon St Beavers.
Talanoa originally attended 3A Santiam Christian and was noticed while at a Barton Football Camp and Combine as an 8th grader. His Underclassmen MVP award at the event and his overall dominance against kids 2-3 years older turned heads.
Head coach Scott Sanders had another freshman phenom a few years back with his son Tanner. He too started as a 9th grader for CV before moving into the starting quarterback role and signing with OSU.
You can expect Hufanga to be a 5A conference and state player of the year candidate in the seasons ahead, as he exemplifies what many call the “it” factor.
I had a big smile on my face reading this article on my nephew, Talanoa Hufanga. You make me a very proud uncle. Love you buddy!
I had a big smile on my face reading this article on my nephew, Talanoa Hufanga. You make me a very proud uncle. Love you buddy!
We were so pleased to see this article coming out of the blue…but not surprised, he is just a great kid! No pressure, of course.
We were so pleased to see this article coming out of the blue…but not surprised, he is just a great kid! No pressure, of course.
I am so proud of my nephew! we love watching him play football and basketball. Just an amazing young man all around. Love you Talanoa!
I am so proud of my nephew! we love watching him play football and basketball. Just an amazing young man all around. Love you Talanoa!
Of course he is awesome, on and off the court or field. So happy to see you enjoying it, that is what matters most! Love you
Of course he is awesome, on and off the court or field. So happy to see you enjoying it, that is what matters most! Love you
MOMO, God has blessed you with your talents. Take care MOMO from all the Hufanga and Tausinga Families in Kakalu O Tonga
MOMO, God has blessed you with your talents. Take care MOMO from all the Hufanga and Tausinga Families in Kakalu O Tonga