I am a National Football League player of American Samoan heritage. Because of my status as a professional athlete, I have been blessed to play a role in educating players and fans about the culture and history of America's southernmost territory. Troy Polamalu americaamericanathlete share on social
I don't feel that I need a tattoo to represent myself as a Samoan or a Christian. Troy Polamalu christianfeelrepresent Change image and share on social
I think that's one of the great things about the Pittsburgh Steelers - we're not a big free-agent team. We build guys up through our system to have a better understanding of our defense. Troy Polamalu agentbigbuild Change image and share on social
If you don't eat right as an athlete, you'll get tired and won't be as sharp. It's simple to drink sodas and sports drinks, but water is the most essential drink to put in your body. Troy Polamalu athletebodydrink Change image and share on social
Whenever I do the sign of the cross, it always brings comfort in situations when you are faced with adversity and stress. Troy Polamalu adversitybringcomfort Change image and share on social
People have this idea that the more pious and devout I am, the more successful I am. Which is very dangerous. If you look at faith in that way, you're bound to fail at both - spiritually and in your career. Troy Polamalu bindcareerdangerous share on social
My wife is Greek. I was a non-denomination Christian before we got married. Troy Polamalu christiandenominationgreek Change image and share on social
I love Hawaii. I really enjoy surfing in Oahu, and Waianae is such a great area. And Maui - I like Maui a lot, too. Troy Polamalu areaenjoygreat Change image and share on social
My joy in my life comes from my strength in my life and in my experience with God. That cannot be separated from football. It is all the same to me. It is one. I am one with it. Troy Polamalu experiencefootballgod Change image and share on social
It takes a tremendous amount of skill to be a football player. And some of these guys have enough skills to do other sports. Soccer could be one. Basketball could be another. Things where you need incredible hand-eye coordination are always options. I think a football player would be able to adapt to a lot of sports. Troy Polamalu adaptamountbasketball share on social