A high-impact transfer who should have a starting job on the defensive line…originally committed to San Diego State but did not play for the Aztecs…came to Sacramento State in the spring.

Junior College: Played two seasons at Grossmont JC…named first team JC Gridwire All-America in 2004…two-time first team all-Foothill Conference…was the Foothill Conference Defensive Player of the Year as a sophomore…had 62 tackles, including 11 sacks that season…also forced five fumbles that year…had 51 tackles, including seven sacks, as a freshman…Grossmont was 24-2 during his two years…considered one of the the top 30 defensive line prospects in the country (high school and junior college combined) by Scout.com.

High School: A 2001 graduate of Helix High School…named all-San Diego Section, all-county and all-league…Helix posted a 13-0 overall record and won the section title…had 84 tackles, including 15 sacks as a senior…played as an inside and outside linebacker…began his high school career at Serra HS.

Personal: Born 1-27-83 in Honolulu…majoring in communication studies…parents are Benson and Mouna Mauga…was also recruited by Arizona, Oregon State and Arizona State.