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Video: How do you pronounce Tua Tagovailoa? Let him explain

Will Ogburn

By Will Ogburn

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Since his recruitment, Alabama true freshman quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has had one of the most intimidating names to pronounce in sports – even the pros struggle with getting it perfect.

So, what if you’re around the watercooler or hanging out with friends and you want to share your insights on Alabama’s spring game, but can’t bring yourself to pronounce Tua Tagovailoa? Don’t call him “the Hawaiian fellow,” use this guide.

The young QB took the time to lay it out for everyone to hear during Alabama’s spring game.

Tongue-OH-Vae-Loa, Tongue-OH-Vae-Loa. Alabama fans are hoping that everyone will have to learn to pronounce that name as he ascends into the spotlight over the next few years, but here’s a chance to get in early.

Will Ogburn

A former resident of both Baton Rouge and the heart of Crimson Tide country, Will Ogburn handles multimedia content and news coverage for Saturday Down South.

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