Manase Jesse Sapolu (born March 10, 1961) is a Samoan former professional American football player in the National Football League (NFL).
Sapolu attended Farrington High School and the University of Hawaii in Honolulu.
Standing 6 feet 4 inches, 278 lbs., he was selected by the Oakland Invaders in the 17th round (199th pick overall) of the 1983 USFL draft, and selected by 49ers in the 11th round (289th pick overall) of the 1983 NFL draft.
Since retiring in 1997, Sapolu and his wife Lisa have lived in Southern California,[2] and remains active in the community as well with the 49ers alumni.
Sapolu has been an integral part in establishing the Polynesian Pro Football Hall of Fame, of which he is a co-founder.