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Taonga Kofi was born in Gauteng, South Africa to Enu Kofi and Mtendere Kofi. Sent to an orphanage for a hope for a better life, many quickly noticed Kofi's exceptional intellect, and one even offered him a chance at a life in America. He was then adopted by Aaron and Suzie Penders, who were parents to 3 other children, Athena, Zorie, and Zed Mac, and moved to Florida with them. Inspired by Zed Mac, he changed his middle name to "Zod" and learnt football from him. He soon started to excel in football, yet never really took it seriously and wanted a career in Computer Science. He exceled in high school, taking 15 APs over his high school career and graduated high school early after skipping 10th grade as it was "too easy" according to him, and was offered an academic scholarships to UT Austin, Notre Dame, and Duke. He chose to accept the full-ride to UT and majored in Computer Science, with a minor in Botany and Vocal Performance | Taonga Kofi was born in Gauteng, South Africa to Enu Kofi and Mtendere Kofi. Sent to an orphanage for a hope for a better life, many quickly noticed Kofi's exceptional intellect, and one even offered him a chance at a life in America. He was then adopted by Aaron and Suzie Penders, who were parents to 3 other children, Athena, Zorie, and Zed Mac, and moved to Florida with them. Inspired by Zed Mac, he changed his middle name to "Zod" and learnt football from him. He soon started to excel in football, yet never really took it seriously and wanted a career in Computer Science. He exceled in high school, taking 15 APs over his high school career and graduated high school early after skipping 10th grade as it was "too easy" according to him, and was offered an academic scholarships to UT Austin, Notre Dame, and Duke. He chose to accept the full-ride to UT and majored in Computer Science, with a minor in Botany and Vocal Performance | ||
==College career== | ==College career== | ||
| − | As a walk-on freshman, Taonga was offered little opportunities yet excelled whenever given a chance. He rarely got action, but was thrust into a starting role when the starting Safety was sidelined due to a collarbone injury. He excelled as a run stopper, finishing the season with 51 tackles in 8 games, and allowing no touchdowns when targeted. As a sophomore, he started all 12 games he played in and went undefeated throughout the regular season when playing. He recorded 108 tackles and 5 sacks over the 12 games he played in. As a junior, he started all 14 games and recorded 112 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He also logged 4 interceptions, with 2 forced fumbles on top of it. He earned consensus All-American Honors and was the Big 12 defensive player of the year. | + | As a walk-on freshman, Taonga was offered little opportunities yet excelled whenever given a chance. He rarely got action, but was thrust into a starting role when the starting Safety was sidelined due to a collarbone injury. He excelled as a run stopper, finishing the season with 51 tackles in 8 games, and allowing no touchdowns when targeted. As a sophomore, he started all 12 games he played in and went undefeated throughout the regular season when playing. He recorded 108 tackles and 5 sacks over the 12 games he played in. As a junior, he started all 14 games and recorded 112 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He also logged 4 interceptions, with 2 forced fumbles on top of it. He earned consensus All-American Honors and was the Big 12 defensive player of the year. |
===College career statistics=== | ===College career statistics=== | ||
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| + | After a poor and absentee pre draft performance, Taonga was on no one's draft boards, especially in such a stacked class. Taonga kept falling, and eventually got selected at pick 60, in the 8th round to the Bondi Beach Buccaneers. Originally unsure of himself and how he'd do, Taonga only knew one thing to be certain - he would make himself worth the pick. While he started off rough due to lack of training with the team, a strong supporting environment helped him grow as a player and as a person, creating an ideal environment for him. Though the team struggled, the camaraderie helped him feel like he belonged. He ended the season with a modest statline of 74 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, 1 sack, and 12 pass deflections, though he began really turning it on near the end of the season. Going into the season 50 ISFL draft, Taonga had no expectations, just hope for a selection at a decent pick. During the draft, he was selected with the first overall pick of the draft by the Colorado Yeti. He plans to stay in the DSFL with Bondi, and looks forward to proving his worth in the upcoming season. | ||
===Professional career statistics=== | ===Professional career statistics=== | ||
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==Achievements and records== | ==Achievements and records== | ||
Use [[Antoine_Delacour#Achievements_and_Records|this section]] as an example. | Use [[Antoine_Delacour#Achievements_and_Records|this section]] as an example. | ||
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| No. 52 – Prospect | |
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| Position: | Safety |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | April 26, 2043 (aged 21) Gauteng, South Africa |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Username: | Tbhidgas462 |
| Career information | |
| College: | University of Texas at Austin |
| Career history | |
| Roster status: | Active |
Taonga Zod Kofi (born April 26, 2043) is an American football safety who is currently preparing to enter the professional ranks.He played college football for University of Texas at Austin (UT) and has declared his intent to enter the professional ranks next season.
Contents
Early years
Taonga Kofi was born in Gauteng, South Africa to Enu Kofi and Mtendere Kofi. Sent to an orphanage for a hope for a better life, many quickly noticed Kofi's exceptional intellect, and one even offered him a chance at a life in America. He was then adopted by Aaron and Suzie Penders, who were parents to 3 other children, Athena, Zorie, and Zed Mac, and moved to Florida with them. Inspired by Zed Mac, he changed his middle name to "Zod" and learnt football from him. He soon started to excel in football, yet never really took it seriously and wanted a career in Computer Science. He exceled in high school, taking 15 APs over his high school career and graduated high school early after skipping 10th grade as it was "too easy" according to him, and was offered an academic scholarships to UT Austin, Notre Dame, and Duke. He chose to accept the full-ride to UT and majored in Computer Science, with a minor in Botany and Vocal Performance
College career
As a walk-on freshman, Taonga was offered little opportunities yet excelled whenever given a chance. He rarely got action, but was thrust into a starting role when the starting Safety was sidelined due to a collarbone injury. He excelled as a run stopper, finishing the season with 51 tackles in 8 games, and allowing no touchdowns when targeted. As a sophomore, he started all 12 games he played in and went undefeated throughout the regular season when playing. He recorded 108 tackles and 5 sacks over the 12 games he played in. As a junior, he started all 14 games and recorded 112 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He also logged 4 interceptions, with 2 forced fumbles on top of it. He earned consensus All-American Honors and was the Big 12 defensive player of the year.
College career statistics
| Career statistics | Defense | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | Games | Tck | TFL | FF/FR | Sck | Int | PD | Sfty | TD | Blk P/XP/FG |
| 2060 (S45) | UT | 8 | 51 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0/0/0 |
| 2061 (S46) | UT | 12 | 108 | 10 | 2/2 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0/0/0 |
| 2062 (S47) | UT | 14 | 112 | 18 | 2/2 | 3.5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0/0/0 |
Professional career
| Ht | Wt | 40‑yd dash | 20‑ss | 3‑cone | Vert jump | Broad | BP | Wonderlic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
220 lb (100 kg) |
4.41 s | 4.51 s | 7.66 s | 26.5 in (0.67 m) |
116 ft 6 in (35.51 m) |
25 reps | 39 |
After a poor and absentee pre draft performance, Taonga was on no one's draft boards, especially in such a stacked class. Taonga kept falling, and eventually got selected at pick 60, in the 8th round to the Bondi Beach Buccaneers. Originally unsure of himself and how he'd do, Taonga only knew one thing to be certain - he would make himself worth the pick. While he started off rough due to lack of training with the team, a strong supporting environment helped him grow as a player and as a person, creating an ideal environment for him. Though the team struggled, the camaraderie helped him feel like he belonged. He ended the season with a modest statline of 74 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, 1 sack, and 12 pass deflections, though he began really turning it on near the end of the season. Going into the season 50 ISFL draft, Taonga had no expectations, just hope for a selection at a decent pick. During the draft, he was selected with the first overall pick of the draft by the Colorado Yeti. He plans to stay in the DSFL with Bondi, and looks forward to proving his worth in the upcoming season.
Professional career statistics
| Career statistics | Defense | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | Games | Tck | TFL | FF/FR | Sck | Int | PD | Sfty | TD | Blk P/XP/FG |
| 2064 (S49) | Buccaneers | 14 | 74 | 0 | 2/0 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0/0/0 |
Achievements and records
Use this section as an example.
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