Football Recruiting / California / PACIFIC PALISADES, CA / Palisades Charter High School / Nicolai Townsley

Nicolai Townsley '26 Recruiting Profile

Palisades Charter High SchoolPACIFIC PALISADES, CAFootball
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Height5'10"
Weight185lbs
Age16
Primary PositionMiddle Linebacker
Secondary PositionRunning Back
Dominant HandRight
40 Yard Dash4.7
5-10-5 Shuttle4.68
Bench Press250
Squat405
Vertical30.5
Broad Jump103

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Personal Statement

The throw data was captured by Wilson Sporting Goods. Metrics were collected through a variety of drills during the Wilson QBX camps where players threw footballs using Wilson X Connected QB tracking technology embedded in each ball. More information can be found here - https://www.wilson.com/en-us/explore/labs/connected-football-system

 

Elite HS/College QB Averages | Nicolai Townsley Data

Throw Release Time (s):  0.45 | .44

Throw Velocity (mph): 44 | 40.2

Throw Spin Rate (rpm): 612 | 662

Throw Spiral Efficiency (%): 80 | 68

As a world class competitor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, I mastered techniques over years coupled with calm precision and tactics to take Silver in the Kid's Pan American competition, an IBJJF sponsored international event.  I listen very well, am highly coach-able, quite fast and I think quickly while staying focused.  I learned to be humble in martial arts and I carry that over into all aspects of my life.  I work hard to maintain my skills, flexibility and strength. 

As quarterback, I maintain a positive attitude with my teammates and set high standards for my players.  In college, I plan to do what I'm doing now, working as hard as I can to lead my team to victory while garnering and giving respect.  I lead by setting the example, something my dad has instilled in me.


Athletics

High School Information

  • Years w/ Varsity
  • 1 year
  • Varsity Starter
  • 1 year
  • 2024 Varsity Team
  •  
    Starter
     - Jersey: #44

Coach References

  • High School Head Coach
  • Dylen Smith
  • Private Coach
  • Cam Candelaria

Events

  • Camp/Event
  • Exact Sports Showcase Camp
  • 4/20/24 to 4/20/24
  • Evaluated at Showcase Camp - California (South) #1 on 04/20/2024 by Coach Arguello of Citrus College Skillset Overview Technical Abilities - 89 / 100 Footwork - Great first step, proper backfield footwork. Quick first step. Always on balance and ready to react against the defenders. Cuts - Broad repertoire of cuts and uses them properly to evade a defender. Able to stop and start quickly, move laterally and then accelerate vertically. Tactical Abilities - 89 / 100 Vision - Sees the whole field well, understands how to successfully execute the play based on the defense. Communication - Great communicator; organizes and directs teammates well and communicates frequently. Physical Abilities - 92 / 100 Speed - Great speed overall, in particular with footwork to get into position. Will be an important asset going forward. Explosiveness - Great quickness and explosiveness, especially in the first step or two. This will be an asset in all aspects of the game Mental Abilities - 87 / 100 Team Player - Great team-first attitude. Was encouraging and supportive to teammates throughout camp. Competitiveness - Showed a strong desire to win and seems to enjoy the competition. Keep working hard! Coach's Comments Great attitude and a pleasure to work with at camp. Nicolai brings energy to every session. His knowledge of the game and work ethic stand out. His awareness on the field and technical skills help him create opportunities for teammates. As a 2026 grad, he still has time to develop physically and has the potential to become and elite player. He has a bright football career ahead of him. Confidence - Get comfortable with your ability Balance - You move so fast that sometimes you look out control Agility - Keep moving side to side
  • Camp/Event
  • Exact Football Camp
  • 12/10/23 to 12/10/23
  • From Coach Anderson of Citrus College: Skillset Overview Technical Abilities - 87 / 100 Footwork - Quality use of footwork and lateral movement. Quick first step. Always on balance and ready to react against the defenders. Passing - Creates opportunities for teammates with accurate passes. Aware of when to throw and when to hold for a better decision or to run. Tactical Abilities - 87 / 100 Thought Speed - Does well seeing the play before it happens and reading the other team to help put himself in a good position on the field. O Awareness - Recognizes when to pass, run, or throw the ball away. Awareness of time and score of the game and makes plays accordingly Physical Abilities - 87 / 100 Balance - Maintains a good athletic QB body posture in the pocket, able to move and maintain balance throughout the play. Arm Strength - Showed great down-field arm strength. Great job with footwork and ability to get the ball to receivers quickly. Mental Abilities - 87 / 100 Coachability - Responds well to coaching. Asked good questions and seemed to enjoy the learning process. Leadership - Excellent job taking charge and leading the team. Great communicator and motivator.
  • Camp/Event
  • USC Football 2023 Trojan High School Elite Camp
  • 6/04/23 to 6/04/23
  • Camp/Event
  • UCLA Football Camp
  • 6/03/23 to 6/03/23
  • Camp/Event
  • Steve Clarkson Quarterback Retreat 2023
  • 5/27/23 to 5/28/23
  • Joe Milton from TN made a big impression.
  • Camp/Event
  • Wilson QBX
  • 3/17/23 to 3/17/23
  • Wilson Quarterback Camp
  • Camp/Event
  • VTO Sports Elite 100 Los Angeles
  • Entered event as a QB

Training

  • Coach Cam, Cameron Candalario, Mobile QB Coach
  • 2 years
  • Nico trained with the Fairfax Varsity football team the entire 2021 summer as a 13 year old while still in middle school. Coach Cam has been working with Nico as a QB for two years as of 2022.
  • Martial Arts - father is an Aikido and MDS teacher. Martial arts is a staple in our family. We did many arts all of the time.
  • 8 years

Additional Sports

  • Martial Arts
  • 8 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • 4 years of intensive BJJ training. Silver medal, IBJJF Pans Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu international competition 2014, and multiple local and state wins at various BJJ tournaments. 3 years of Aikido instruction at L.A. Aiki Kai. 1 year of street defense train
  • Baseball
  • 4 years
  • Club/Travel Team
  • Wrestling
  • 1 year
  • Varsity Team
  • Using my BJJ experience, I won all of my matches my first season. 3 - 0
  • Track
  • 1 year
  • Sophomore Team
  • 100M 11.9 Seconds Shot put 41 feet.

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Academics

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High School Information

StateCalifornia
Phone(310) 230-6623

Academic Accomplishments

Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Honors English and History.
Are you in AP/IB classes?
No
Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
Yes

Awards and Activities

  • ActivitiesSea Scouts, Marina Del Rey, CA

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