"Sometimes you have to sacrifice having great statistics to lead your team to victory. That's what 5-foot-8 running back Journee Tonga has done for Leuzinger this season. A year ago, he rushed for 2,267 yards and 29 touchdowns. This season, to help Leuzinger win the Bay League championship, go 9-1 and earn a Division 2 playoff matchup against unbeaten Crean Lutheran on Friday, Tonga has been doing everything, from playing quarterback to slot."
"'He's been our Swiss Army Knife,' coach Jason Miller said. A hand injury to starting quarterback Russell Sekona forced Tonga into a wildcat formation to fill in. Sekona will find out this week if he can return. If that happens, Tonga will be providing help with his running and catching skills. This is a daily look at the positive happenings in high school sports. To submit any news, please email eric.sondheimer@latimes.com."
Journee Tonga moved from a 2,267-yard, 29-touchdown season to a multifaceted role this year to prioritize team success. Leuzinger won the Bay League, finished 9-1, and earned a Division 2 playoff date with unbeaten Crean Lutheran. Tonga filled in at quarterback in wildcat formations and lined up at slot while the team absorbed a hand injury to starting quarterback Russell Sekona. Coach Jason Miller characterized Tonga as a Swiss Army Knife for the team. Sekona's potential return could allow Tonga to continue contributing as a runner and receiver in the postseason.
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