Manti Te'o On His College Recruiting Experience & Choosing Notre Dame | Episode 62 (Pt. 6)

Welcome one of Hawaii's greats and former NFL linebacker, Manti Te'o to the podcast! In this clip, he shares his college recruiting experience and the story of how he ended up signing with Notre Dame, and the rest is history. Listen in for some great stories and insight, as Manti shares his background, journey, and everything he’s learned along the way. He shares his stories from childhood up to college and playing for Notre Dame. His entire journey has shaped him tremendously as a person, especially when it comes to his mental strength and sense of self.
Growing up in Hawaii, Manti was always active in many sports. In fact, he played all of them! Manti explains how playing different sports growing up helped him to become a better football player. He agrees with the importance of trying different sports growing up to become better at the sport of your choice. While playing the sports that he wasn’t the strongest in, that’s where he has learned the most. Andrew and Manti touch on the subject that failure is where growth happens, and even as a kid, those times when you don’t succeed are the ones that lead you to the most growth.
When it comes to his success, Manti emphasizes the fact that he wouldn’t be where he is today if he didn’t have parents who instilled important qualities and characteristics in him as a child. Manti has some great stories to share here about his experience growing up and the different ways that he received encouragement and support from his parents. This is a great episode for anyone looking to be inspired by ways of furthering their children or their students on the road to success.
As a star player, one thing he started to become clear about before he even hit college was the difference between arrogance and confidence. This distinction made him a better athlete and teammate. It’s not just all about what you do, but it’s also about who you are. There have been times in his career when this distinction was challenged, especially by the opinions of others. These challenges are what led to him strengthening his sense of self and staying strong in who he truly is. Be sure to check out the full episode with Manti and all the little gems shared in this episode! hnlmovement.com/podcast/062-m...
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[@lorphe2oo7]

Who's here after Manti Netflix doc dropped.... Raise your 👏

[@goldensmitty]

Absolutely went to ND and became the ONLY Mati Teo. True legend. One of the best linebackers to play the game. And an even better man/humanitarian. #5 Teo is a legend that will stand the test of time.

[@johnman025]

Manti your resilience has been legendary, got nothing but love for you brother

[@goldensmitty]

Takes a special person to hear that message God has put on your heart and even moreso to listen to that message and follow that when every fiber of your being is telling you to do something else. ☘️

[@Rudy28330]

The rest is history❤☘️🙏

[@seanogrady2629]

He's a good storyteller.

[@pmhenderson2]

Pure example of resilience. God Bless

[@robind5097]

I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking to your parents right after the National Championship game. We talked about staying true to who you are and the most important thing you have is your name. I heard you mention that in a later interview and it made me smile.

[@darksideofparadise4580]

Manti Teo Giving A Platform With less Then 400 Subs Speaks Volumes Of His Humble Character And Why We In Hawaii Especially On The Northshore Love Him 💯

[@xdg6451]

Thank you, Manti. For everything but you know, for being the instrumental piece in turning the program around! WTG, Pete.

[@Adrict805]

Manti you are great! Keep working hard for your family, fans and most important for yourself! May God Bless you ever and Virgen Mary protect you ever!

[@darpress9086]

Here cus of the documentary. I just want to hear from suck a humble and caring person. Mante took punches that should have never happened. But he took it for us so that we learn a valuable lesson. Never jump to conclusions!

[@toma2051]

Manti, from all the Domer nation, thanks to your mom for directing you to The Lord's mom Notre Dame Our Mother. God bless.

[@27MOJOKING]

So crazy i remembering seeing Manti at the Syracuse game in 2008 in South Bend on his recruiting trip. He wasnt kidding it was so cold. Im from NY & was coldest ive ever been

[@brandonmclaughlin2541]

Damn this gave me chills. I can only imagine how hard it was to say no to that. GoIrish🍀

[@moysna1728]

Incredible story

[@TaxiforMaicon]

What a great story, and an even better person. Go Irish!

[@lucasandmaggie4313]

You did turn the program around 👏

[@Greekinese206]

Glad I came across this...those were some amazing times, thanks Manti! ND has had some special players too, but only one Manti. Still should've won the Heisman too...

[@willthomas7666]

I know I wonder how his girlfriends doing right now

[@Greekinese206]

@@willthomas7666 move on with your life, trying to drag him after all these years is pathetic. The guy doing great with a lovely family, I'm happy for him.

[@Jordan-cc1nc]

He should not have won the heisman. That’s your ND glasses. Y’all have the most overrated program in the country as well.

[@Greekinese206]

@@Jordan-cc1nc where is Manziel now? Playing arena football? They should change the locks on the Heisman house and not give him the keys. As far as being overrated, we don't have much longer to find out...

[@phylliscurley2206]

I remember I spent two weeks in Maui years ago..I come back to New Mexico in late October. It was cold! I got home and turned on my heater to 100 degrees. Yes, the weather difference is something else!!!

[@HNLmovement]

Haha very true! It's weather shock for us from Hawaii

[@darpress9086]

Thank you for this!

[@BoesIrish]

Great recruiting insight into "THE LEGEND", thanks guys! Most of all THANK YOU HOLY FATHER! GOIRISH!☘️☘️☘️💪

[@hadiza1]

Lovely interview!

[@lofah661]

wow cool story

[@darpress9086]

10:30 this was funny!

[@jaybrielakoi7747]

Honestly, I thought Manti was stupid for going Notre Dame but I was def wrong. Notre Dame was a great choice.

[@ejakathebeast]

One thing other people don't understand in the poly culture. We do things as a family

[@X--hu2gk]

Polynesian or polyamourus?

[@ejakathebeast]

@@X--hu2gk Polynesian? You're joking, right? He's clearly a man with a wife. We are Polynesian.

[@stevenrobert6992]

Where is the full episode?

[@HNLmovement]

The full episode can be listened to here: hnlmovement.com/podcast/062-manti-teo-on-confidence-work-ethic-and-striving-to-raise-the-bar/ or on all podcasting platforms too.

[@neilltavernier4586]

The difference between USC's Early 2000s' dynasty and Alabama's current dynasty- USC's is basically 1/2 of an NC after the one was stripped and Alabama has had 6 in 13 years. So, when you compare the two, remember that.

[@shogun0127]

SC is a bigger brand than Bama

[@MOizSUAVE14]

USC is the much bigger brand. USC is in the heart of one of the greatest cities in the world, not in the sticks of Alabama. USC was screwed over consistently by the powers that be. Crucial missed calls in Texas national championship game stole the title from us. The 2008 USC team should’ve played in the national championship game as well if it weren’t for crybaby Tebow. Not to mention the ridiculous sanctions against USC for what the SEC has done for decades. It is what it is. USC is back now baby.

[@highvoltage662]

Manti SOO DAMN FINE JESUS!!

[@jimbo4612]

USC MLB Ray Maulauga . Ragging Alcoholic and role model for Teo.

[@bsu-xw1ln]

Funny how Pete “the cheat” Carroll says Manti won’t turn the ND program around yet he bolts at the end of the 2009 season. Can’t even compare the two programs over the past 12 years.

[@jimbo4612]

USC set a standard with "DUE PROCESS" so every future kid cant get screwed without legal counsel. CFB should be thanking USC for the sacrifice they made.

[@bsu-xw1ln]

@@jimbo4612 Exactly. $C set a very simple standard…you cheat (like Pete and Reggie did) you will have consequences. The choices they made set the program back and ND benefited from this heavily by dominating the rivalry the past 11 years.

[@jimbo4612]

@@bsu-xw1ln You don't get what Due process is. " Prior to this the NCAA could do witch hunts and the kids could be punished without legal representation. Now every kid gets legal council and fundamental rights just like a regular court. The real deal was also SC AD mike Garret thumbed his nose to a corrupt NCAA infractions chairmen named Paul T Dee who was working with Nevin Shapiro to try and make Miami U relevant again. Dee went after a USC basketball player OJ MAyo who broke rules but Dee make the Bush and Mayo case one . This is not a legally expectable process, each kid must have his own justice in a separate case hearing. Dee was also so petty that he cited USC for Reggie Bush eating lobster 200 miles from campus while the Football players at USC ate chicken. Dee called this a unfair advantage and violation. A bed bought for a USC linemen by USC, Violation . The list was absurd. Dee ended up dying from a cocaine and booze related heart attack provided by Shapiro while Dee was doing one of shapiros whores. Classy NCAA chairmen. Also read about DEE as the Miami U AD and his scam ripping off the government in the largest pell grant fraud in US history

[@bsu-xw1ln]

@@jimbo4612 I fully understand what Due Process is. The moral right of the story for $C and Reggie is follow the rules and the consequences won’t follow you. They received the correct punishment for their actions…it’s not rocket science.

[@jimbo4612]

@@bsu-xw1ln IF you understand due process then why do you punish athletes at USC that had nothing to do with the incident involving Reggie Bush and OJ MAyo a basketball player? Dee was the biggest hypocrite in College football history

[@mikeansley5306]

How much did Manti's GF play into his college decision?

[@j.a.castillo2715]

🤣

[@eddiespaghetti7785]

Bet he regrets not picking USC.

[@yungtaco6556]

ND owns usc

[@thenewage9723]

Naw he good with his life

[@shawnredmond8402]

The collective iq in this room...

[@Sean-jb5gi]

How much Money did OU offer? LOL

[@brandonjohnson1257]

Is that wedding ring real?

[@HNLmovement]

Manti is married and they have a wonderful daughter, very happy for their family!

[@toanle4911]

HE NEEDS TO GO TO WWE.... ROMAN REIGNS VS FAKE ROMAN REIGNS