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College Football News / Washington Huskies on SI / October 16

Uiagalelei Could Use More Weight, But His Desire Is Just Right

The University of Washington football coaches and players simply call him Ty Ty. Wouldn't you after taking one look at that multi-syllabic, full-of-apostrophes name of his -- Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei -- and not wanting to trip over it?

College Football News / Washington Huskies on SI / October 7

Uiagalelei Is Man In the Middle, Maybe Force For the Future

He has a name that's difficult to spell, at least on the first attempt, but the University of Washington coaching staff would gladly welcome jotting down Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei on a few more lineup cards beyond this season.

College Football News / Washington Huskies on SI / May 24

Husky Roster Review: Uiagalelei Provides D-Line Mystery

Wearing No. 11 and lining up all over the place on defense, Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei in some ways resembles the departed Alphonzo Tuputala, only 50 pounds heavier.

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College Football News / Washington Huskies on SI / April 12

Uiagalelei Is Hard to Pronounce, Easy to See Making Plays for UW

Face it, the previous guy who wore No. 11 on defense for the University of Washington football team had a name that was a whole lot easier to pronounce than the newcomer who fills out that jersey now.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 21
Washington Continues DL Reload With Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei Commitment

Washington Continues DL Reload With Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei Commitment

Another ex-Arizona defender has made their transfer to Washington official on Saturday, the latest being junior defensive lineman Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei. 

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