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Tohi Named to National Watch List

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Honolulu, Haw. – The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame has announced that Evahelotu Tohi, a senior linebacker with The University of New Mexico, has been added to the 2018 Watch List for the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award. The Award is presented annually to the most outstanding Polynesian college football player that epitomizes great ability and integrity. The Watch List is composed of 51 players from 34 different FBS schools. The 2018 season is the fifth year that the award will be presented.

Former University of Oregon, and current Tennessee Titans Quarterback, Marcus Mariota was selected as the inaugural recipient of the Award in 2014; former University of Notre Dame, and current Baltimore Ravens Offensive Lineman, Ronnie Stanley received the award in 2015; former University of Colorado Quarterback Sefo Liufau received the award in 2016; and former Washington State University, and current Minnesota Vikings Defensive End Hercules Mata`afa received the award last year.