Leuzinger Running Back Journee Tonga Commits to BYU Football for 2026 Season
Journee Tonga, a promising running back from Leuzinger High in California, has unexpectedly joined the BYU football roster for the 2026 season. Despite being a preferred walk-on with limited scholarship offers, Tonga has impressed coaches and teammates with his football…
Salt Lake City, UT, August 9, 2026 —
Journee Tonga, a running back from Leuzinger High School in California, has committed to join the BYU football program as a preferred walk-on for the 2026 season. The unexpected decision comes as Tonga had a limited number of scholarship offers.
Despite his status as a walk-on, Tonga has reportedly made a strong impression on BYU coaches and his future teammates. His performance and football intelligence have been highlighted as key factors in his early recognition within the program.
Sources within the program have noted Tonga’s versatility, with some drawing comparisons to former BYU standout Taysom Hill, who was known for his ability to contribute in multiple roles on the field.
Tonga’s commitment adds an intriguing dynamic to BYU’s 2026 recruiting class, as the team looks to develop talent that can impact the program in various ways.
Story summarized from the original created by Jay Drew on www.deseret.com, see more information here.
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