Highlight/Skills Video
Academic Info
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High School
Palisades Charter High SchoolAcademic Accomplishments
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Awards and Activities
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Athletic History
High School History
- 2024 Varsity TeamStarter
2024 Varsity Team Detailed Information
Jersey Number
#44
No stats available.Nicolai Townsley's Key Stats History
- 40 Yard Dash4.6 CurrentVerified By: Palisdades Charter HS Football Time TrialsVerified On: 03/15/2024
- 5-10-5 Shuttle4.34 CurrentVerified By: Rivals Combine Series Los AngelesVerified On: 03/01/20254.713Rivals Combine_Los Angeles Stats_202301/01/3100
- Bench Press275 CurrentVerified By: Coach Cam & fatherVerified On: 08/12/2025
- Squat455 CurrentVerified By: Coach Cam, Los AngelesVerified On: 07/03/2025
- Vertical30.5 CurrentVerified By: UCLA Football CampVerified On: 06/03/202328.8Rivals Combine_Los Angeles Stats_202301/01/3100
- 3 Cone Drill7.343 CurrentVerified By: Rivals Combine Series Los AngelesVerified On: 03/01/2025
- Broad Jump108 CurrentVerified By: Fairmont University CampVerified On: 05/31/202598Rivals Combine_Los Angeles Stats_202301/01/3100
Events
Past Events
San Diego University Camp
Jul 25, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025
SDU, San Diego, CA
Utah Tech Camp
Jun 27, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025
Utah Tech University, St. George, UT
Maurice Drayton Camp
Jun 21, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025
Citadel, Charleston , SC
Fairmont University Camp
May 31, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Fairmont University, Fairmont, WV
Exact Sports Showcase Camp
Apr 20, 2024 - Apr 20, 2024
Citrus College, Citrus , CA
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
VTO Sports Elite 100 Los Angeles
Fountain Valley High School, Fountain Valley, CA
Entered event as a QB
Exact Football Camp
Dec 10, 2023 - Dec 10, 2023
Citrus College, Ca, Azusa, CA
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.
USC Football 2023 Trojan High School Elite Camp
Jun 04, 2023 - Jun 04, 2023
USC Campus
UCLA Football Camp
Jun 03, 2023 - Jun 03, 2023
Wasserman Football Center, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
Steve Clarkson Quarterback Retreat 2023
May 27, 2023 - May 28, 2023
Palisades Charter High School, Los Angeles, CA
Joe Milton from TN made a big impression.
Wilson QBX
Mar 17, 2023 - Mar 17, 2023
Warren High School, Los Angeles, CA
Wilson Quarterback Camp
Personal Statement
Avid football player, wrestler and BJJ player.
I train daily—often twice a day. I eat right, recover and study. These are my priorities as I prepare for a future in college sports and a career in Naval Special Forces (SWCC).
I tackle at a higher rate than taller men--your height won't stop me from getting to you. Lions are the king of the jungle, not giraffes.
My game is built on explosive leg strength, consistent power, and agility.
I run a 4.6 40, but my real speed shows in reading offenses and making disruptive plays—skills sharpened from the two years I played as a starting QB.
For the 2026 season, I start at nickel, sometimes linebacker, and concurrently at running back.
TAP Athletic Type
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- Dylen SmithHigh School Head CoachLog in to access this info
- Cam CandelariaPrivate CoachLog in to access this info
Additional Sports
- Martial Arts8 years experienceClub/Travel Team4 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
- Baseball4 years experienceClub/Travel Team
- Wrestling1 years experienceVarsity TeamUsing my BJJ experience, I won all of my matches my first season. 3 - 0
- Track1 years experienceSophomore Team100M 11.9 Seconds Shot put 41 feet.
Training
- Coach Cam, Cameron Candalario, Mobile QB Coach2 years experienceNico 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 experienceNo notes listed
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